The effect of endurance training on serum levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines, testosterone and cortisol in sedentary young men

Abstract

Background: Given widespread deleterious health effects of an augmented inflammatory state, identification of therapies that reduce inflammation is critical. The purpose of the present study was to investigate the effects of 10 weeks endurance training on pro-inflammatory cytokines and their relationships with cortisol and testosterone hormones in sedentary young men.