From: Design of the sex hormones and physical exercise (SHAPE) study
< 12 months since last menses |
Use of hormone replacement or oral contraceptives in past 6 months |
Active life style |
Morbidly obese (BMI > 40) |
BMI < 22 |
Currently on or planning to go on a strict diet |
Ever diagnosed with breast cancer |
Diagnosis of other types of cancer in the past 5 years |
Diabetes mellitus or other endocrine related diseases |
Disorders or diseases (locomotor, optical, neurological, mental) that might impede the participation in the exercise programme |
Alcohol or drug abuse |
Maintenance use of corticosteroids |
Use of beta blockers |
Smoking |