Parachute Jumping Induces More Sympathetic Activation Than Cortisol Secretion in First-Time Parachutists.

Conclusions: This evidence indicates that parachute jumping is accompanied by a dissociation of SNS and HPA response patterns in novice parachutists, showing a slower recovery in sympathetic activity than in cortisol secretion.
Source: Asian Journal of Sports Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research