[Comparison of leptin levels, body composition and aerobic power of girl athletes and non-athletes in the early and late puberty]

ABSTRACT

Background and Objectives: leptin plays an important role in the regulation of energy homeostasis and the beginning of the maturation process. The effects of exercise trainings on leptin levels are unknown. The purpose of this study was to compare leptin levels, body composition and aerobic power in girl athletes and non-athletes in the early and late puberty