Abstract:Exercise is essential for reducing age‐related bone mineral loss by providing mechanical loading. Due to greater shear strain forces generated, downhill walking or running at slower speeds may provide similar stimuli to faster running, sprinting, or jumping on flat surfaces. Results from previous studies are mixed when comparing changes in morphological and mechanical properties from slower, downhill running to level or uphill running and sedentary controls. The purpose of this study was to determine if downhi… Show more
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