Telomere Length, Lipid Profile and Body Composition of Master Sprinters and Endurance Runners

BACKGROUND: Previous studies have shown that middle-aged Master Athletes have better body composition and lipid profile, as well as longer leukocyte telomeres compared to untrained peers. However, no comparisons were made with markers of biological aging, body composition, and metabolic health among athletes who performed different training regimens through life (ie, sprint / strength vs. resistance training). PURPOSE: The telomere length, lipid...