Hormones are chemical messengers that play a significant role in many biochemical pathways in humans. Every single cell in our body has specific receptors (or binding sites) that respond when a hormone compound connects to it. We can think of the hormone as a key, and the receptor on the cell is the lock. The key unlocks the lock and opens a door that corresponds to a certain cellular function. For example, when cortisol, also known as the stress hormone binds to a cell membrane, a “door” opens which allows for a surge of energy in the form of glucose to flood into that cell. This surge of energy…
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7 Factors that Influence Adult Athlete Body Composition
Adult athlete body composition is influenced by physiological and emotional factors. Having an understanding of the factors that impact body fat and lean muscle mass can help athletes outline a personalized game plan. This game plan helps adult athletes set realistic goals, and outlines the approach for achieving desired changes in body composition. These changes, such as lowering body fat or increasing muscle mass, may result in improved athletic performance. Here are the 7 factors that influence adult athlete body composition. Age Aging is a natural process that induces physiological changes in the body. As humans age, their resting metabolic rate decreases which alters the rate at which they make…