Pumping iron makes you bald!
Monday, July 28th, 2008I Read this article today in the winter2008 (yes, it’s winter here right now) edition of FQ, the official quarterly publication of Fitness Queensland Association. I don’t know if I exactly believe it but it is a reputable publication and comes from the National Fitness Industry body.
the article:
Scientists report that people who regularly pump iron 3 times a week are more likely to go bald.
They found that testosterone levels soared an average of 25% after a session but the levels returned to normal after 30 mins, when the body converted it into a chemical called DHT. However, DHT shrinks follicles and roots - so hair grows back thinner each time. They found it affected both men and women.
Just thought I would put this out there to see what people think about this.
I had 2 thoughts about this.
1. Man, I am so glad that I pump iron a lot more than 3 times a week. haha. and
2. Why, oh why, couldn’t this be true of all the hair on my chest & forearms & legs etc. That would save me a lot of time shaving those areas LOL.






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