This book is an up-to-date extensive overview of the effects of physical activity and training
on endocrine function. It gives insights into a complex relationship by describing effects with
respect to exercise performance growth development and ageing. It includes discussions of
the endocrine response depending on exercise mode intensity and duration as well as on gender
age and fitness level. Additionally the book deals with the impact of environmental and
psychological factors on endocrine level. A substantial part of Sports Endocrinology is devoted
to the 'hot topic' of hormonal doping in sports. The properties of androgens growth hormone
erythropoietin and dietary supplements are highlighted. The use and abuse among professional
and recreational athletes is discussed and specific methods of detection are presented and
explained. All contributors are well-known experts in sports medicine and endocrinology
endocrine physiology pharmacology and doping detection so this book is a must-read for every
professional involved in the field.
