The Impact of Sport on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

    March 2026 in “ International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science ”
    Justyna Goryczka, Magdalena Lisik, Urszula Majda, Magdalena Michalik, Magdalena Mida, Anna Maruszak, Julia Kwiecień, Julia Stołtny, Natalia Hajok, Witold Kimla
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    Studysummary This study reviewed literature to evaluate how regular physical activity affects women with PCOS, finding that both aerobic and resistance exercises can significantly improve insulin resistance, body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, and mental health while reducing PCOS symptoms.
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    The article discusses the positive effects of regular physical activity on women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), emphasizing its role as a non-pharmacological treatment. It reviews studies showing that both aerobic and resistance training improve insulin resistance, cardiorespiratory fitness, and body composition, while reducing body fat and PCOS symptom severity. Exercise also alleviates anxiety and depressive symptoms, enhancing mental health. The findings advocate for incorporating physical activity into the comprehensive therapeutic management of women with PCOS.
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