Journal article
Effects of long-term surfing on bone health in mature-aged males
International Journal of Aquatic Research & Education, Vol.9(1), pp.24-37
2015
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Abstract
<p>Low mechanical loading aquatic activities such as swimming and scuba diving have identified decreased bone mineral density (BMD); however, the effects of long-term surfing on bone health remains uninvestigated. This was a cross-sectional observational study with two groups: surfers (n = 11) with 40 years surfing experience and age and gender-matched sedentary controls (n = 10). Data collected included physical activity questionnaires, biomarkers, BMD, bone mineral content, and body composition. Surfers demonstrated a significantly (p < .05) higher mean BMD in the arms (+18.8%), trunk (+26.1%), ribs (+27.2%), spine (+39.5%), and lumbar spine (+22.8%). Surfers also exhibited a significantly (p < .05) higher BMC in the arms, trunk, ribs, spine, and pelvis. Surfers also had a significantly higher (p = .046) lean muscle mass in their arms (+16.8%). Our results indicate long-term participation in surfing is beneficial to bone health and may be an ideal physical activity for middle-aged aquatic enthusiasts.</p>
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- Title
- Effects of long-term surfing on bone health in mature-aged males
- Creators
- Mike Climstein - Bond UniversityZachary Pollard - Bond UniversityJames Furness - Bond UniversityJoe Walsh - Fitness Clinic, SydneyChris McLellan - Bond UniversityJarrod Meerkin - MeasureUp, Sydney
- Publication Details
- International Journal of Aquatic Research & Education, Vol.9(1), pp.24-37
- Publisher
- Bowling Green State University
- Identifiers
- 3719; 991012820721202368
- Copyright
- This Research Article is brought to you for free and open access by the Journals at ScholarWorks@BGSU. It has been accepted for inclusion in International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education by an authorized editor of ScholarWorks@BGSU.
- Academic Unit
- Faculty of Health; Human Sciences; School of Health and Human Sciences
- Resource Type
- Journal article