TLDR Resistance training might help with PCOS symptoms, but more research is needed.
The document reviewed 10 studies examining the impact of resistance training on symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), with participant numbers ranging from 12 to 122 and durations from 12 weeks to 4 months. It concluded that resistance training may be beneficial for PCOS symptoms, but highlighted the need for further research that includes dietary factors, particularly macronutrient breakdown, to fully understand its effects. The studies reviewed showed significant bodyweight reduction, especially when combined with diet and aerobic exercise, and improvements in muscle strength, lean muscle mass, quality of life, and depression. However, the document emphasized the importance of future research to explore the impact of different macronutrient compositions and resistance training intensities, and the potential benefits of a caloric surplus for muscle gain in women with PCOS.
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