Characterization and correlates of exercise among adolescents with anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa

DiscussionAdolescents with AN, atypical AN, and BN reported high levels of exercise. Females reported more team sport participation. Greater exercise frequency and team sport participation were associated with bradycardia. Further studies assessing the relationship between exercise and bradycardia may help inform the medical management of adolescents with these eating disorders who are more physically active.

Source: International Journal of Eating Disorders - November 7, 2017 Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Jason M. Nagata, Jennifer L. Carlson, Jessica M. Kao, Neville H. Golden, Stuart B. Murray, Rebecka Peebles Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research