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Does doing dead lifts, bench press, squat, shoulder press on daily basis increase testosterone levels? as all include spine activity!

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No: Although exercise is generally good for you. I know of no studies that show that any particular exercise, such as weight lifting, will affect testosterone levels.

Answered 3/12/2013

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A member asked:

Does doing dead lifts, bench press, squat, shoulder press on daily basis increase testosterone levels? as all include spine activity!

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Dr. Alan Feldman answered

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