Background Hepcidin, the master iron regulatory hormone, has been shown to peak 3–6 h
postexercise, and is likely a major contributor to the prevalence of iron deficiency in athletes.
Although multiple studies have investigated the hepcidin response to exercise, small sample
sizes preclude the generalizability of current research findings. Objective The aim of this
individual participant data meta-analysis was to identify key factors influencing the hepcidin–
exercise response. Methods Following a systematic review of the literature, a one-stage …

Background: Hepcidin, the master iron regulatory hormone, has been shown to peak 3-6 h
postexercise, and is likely a major contributor to the prevalence of iron deficiency in athletes.
Although multiple studies have investigated the hepcidin response to exercise, small sample
sizes preclude the generalizability of current research findings. Objective: The aim of this
individual participant data meta-analysis was to identify key factors influencing the hepcidin-
exercise response. Methods: Following a systematic review of the literature, a one-stage …