6 citations
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August 2018 in “BMJ open sport and exercise medicine” This review discusses studies on resistance training for improving PCOS symptoms and reports no new results, highlighting the need to consider diet alongside exercise and calling for more research.
2 citations
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May 2019 in “운동과학” This study found that while finasteride alone disturbed protein homeostasis in rat skeletal muscle, resistance exercise appeared to mitigate these effects.
September 2022 in “International Journal of Health Sciences and Research” In this study, both resistance training and aerobic exercise with lifestyle modification were similarly effective for managing PCOS symptoms, but resistance training showed more significant benefits for BMI and menstrual regularity.
140 citations
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January 2021 in “Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition” This source reports that while creatine supplementation is popular for improving muscle mass and performance, questions about its efficacy and safety persist. An expert team is reviewing literature to address concerns like water retention, renal effects, and its benefits across different populations and uses.
98 citations
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May 2020 in “Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology” This review finds that vigorous aerobic exercise and resistance training may improve insulin sensitivity and androgen levels in women with PCOS, though more research is needed for definitive conclusions.