Aerobic Exercise to Reduce Insulin Resistance and Hyperandrogenism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

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10.2991/978-2-38476-132-6_20How to use a DOI?

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PCOS; anthropometric; insulin; hyperandrogenism

Abstract

Infertility is a condition in which a woman is unable to achieve clinical pregnancy after engaging in unprotected sexual intercourse for more than 12 months. One of the causes is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a complex endocrine disorder and metabolic syndrome that is most common in reproductive-aged women. These two phenomena create a vicious cycle that leads to hormonal instability, ultimately resulting in infertility. PCOS can be managed through lifestyle changes, including aerobic exercise. Objective: The objective of this literature review is to explain the effects of aerobic exercise on metabolic parameters such as hyperandrogenism, insulin resistance, and anthropometric indicators in women with PCOS. Methods: This study used the literature review method. Articles were obtained from several online databases, and then screening was performed based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, resulting in the selection of 6 articles for review. Results: From the six reviewed articles, it was found that moderate-intensity aerobic exercise for a minimum of 30 minutes per session, at least three days per week, for a duration of 16 weeks, can improve anthropometric indicators, increase insulin sensitivity, and reduce testosterone levels. Conclusion: Aerobic exercise can have an impact on improving PCOS symptoms when performed for at least 16 weeks, with a minimum of three days per week and a minimum of 30 minutes per day using moderate-intensity aerobic exercise.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Riza Pahlawi
AU  - Yasmin Nusaibah
AU  - Faizah Abdullah Djawas
AU  - Mita Noviana
PY  - 2023
DA  - 2023/10/31
TI  - Aerobic Exercise to Reduce Insulin Resistance and Hyperandrogenism in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
BT  - Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Vocational Education Applied Science and Technology (ICVEAST 2023)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 210
EP  - 223
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-132-6_20
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-132-6_20
ID  - Pahlawi2023
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