SIG lecture

Jennifer Fagenbaum, assistant professor of kinesiology, will present a lecture on Sep 14th titled “Reproductive Hormones, the Cardiovascular System, and Exercise Science.” Reproductive hormones such as estrogens, progestins, and androgens may influence the physiological function of non-reproductive organs and tissues. Estrogen, in particular, has been extensively studied due to its proposed “cardioprotective effect” believed to reduce the incidence of hypertension and other forms of cardiovascular disease in pre-menopausal women. Because the cardiovascular system is also vital for exercise performance, it is important to determine if reproductive hormones affect exercise capacity. Dr. Fagenbaum will highlight her previous research on the effects of reproductive hormones upon the cardiovascular responses to exercise and discuss areas of potential future study.