Female volunteers are needed for a research study investigating estimated bone strength in a population of young exercising women as it is related to energy status and menstrual status. Participants will receive measurements of bone density, hormone levels, body fat, and fitness levels. Two types of participants are needed:
- Sedentary Women: women aged 18-30 years who exercise less than 2 hours per week AND who have regular menstrual cycles
- Exercising Women: women aged 18-30 years who exercise greater than 2 hours per week
Participants should not be taking any kind of hormonal medication (i.e. oral contraceptives). The study will require 3-4 visits to Noll Laboratory, located on the Penn State University Park campus.
If interested, please call The Women’s Health and Exercise Lab at (814) 863-4488 or send an email to whel@psu.edu. In your phone call or email, please mention the Active Women’s Study.