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[Rigby5]

The why haven't they banned Michael Phelps?

And why don't they forbid extremely tall people from playing basketball (I remember visiting some friends in Toronto and when the elevator doors in their condo opened I was looking at somebody's belt buckle - asked my friends about it - seems he plays for the Raptors and lives down the hall from them).


Surprisingly that's not the case.


BTW, that includes the "strength" sports - weightlifting, field events, and so forth.

This is beyond my expertise, but I believe that all people who exercise regularly, participate in sports, and compete, have higher hormone levels.
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Weight Lifting and Hormones​

Weight lifting can significantly impact hormone levels, particularly anabolic hormones like testosterone, growth hormone (GH), and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1). These hormones play crucial roles in muscle growth, fat metabolism, and overall metabolic health. Here's how weight lifting affects these hormones:

• Testosterone: Weight lifting stimulates testosterone release, which is essential for muscle growth and strength. In men, this can lead to increased muscle mass and strength. In women, testosterone levels may also increase, contributing to muscle tone and energy.
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• Growth Hormone (GH): High-intensity weight lifting can trigger GH release, promoting lean muscle development and fat loss. GH also stimulates the production of IGF-1, which further supports muscle growth.
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• Insulin-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1): IGF-1 works closely with GH to drive muscle growth. After weight lifting, IGF-1 helps rebuild and strengthen muscle fibers, increasing muscle size and performance.
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• Cortisol: While cortisol levels may temporarily spike during weight lifting, consistent weight lifting can help lower chronic cortisol levels over time, supporting muscle preservation and fat loss.
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  Weight lifting also influences other hormones, such as estrogen, but the effects are more nuanced and can vary based on individual factors. It's important to maintain a balanced exercise program that includes both resistance training and aerobic activities to support overall hormonal balance.

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It is my opinion that anyone who is taller, stronger, has more muscle mass, etc., has had more hormone exposure.
The point of exercise and training is to promote hormones and that is what you are comparing with sports competition, as opposed to getting hormones from a bottle or by birth.