Gender differences in amino acid use during endurance exercise.
There are gender differences in the substrate used to fuel prolonged physical activity. Males rely on carbohydrate and amino acids (97%), while females use predominantly fat (62%) to fuel endurance exercise. This review looks at the mechanisms that regulate these gender differences, with a focus on amino acid metabolism. Gender-selective nutritional recommendations are indicated for physically active individuals and some cardiac patients who engage in intense aerobic activity.
Lamont
Linda S
LS
Exercise Science Program, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI, USA. LLA4983U@postoffice.uri.edu
D000273:Adipose Tissue / Q000378:metabolism; D000596:Amino Acids / Q000378:metabolism*; D004734:Energy Metabolism / Q000502:physiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010101:Oxygen Consumption; D010807:Physical Endurance / Q000502:physiology*; D012727:Sex Characteristics
D000596:Amino Acids