In the authors' words
“The results suggested that 12 weeks of moderate-intensity aerobic training increased lymphocyte ERalpha gene expression as well as serum Vit D in sedentary PMW with Vit D deficiency although pulmonary function was not improved.”
What was measured
- Hormone levels No difference found
- Fitness No difference found
About the study
- Type
- Randomised trial
- Who took part
- Postmenopausal, other condition
- How many
- 29
- How long
- 12 weeks
- Exercise
- Other aerobic exercise
- Cited
- 6 times, per Europe PMC
- PubMed ID
- 32739460
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