Effect of Aerobic Exercise Training on Body Mass Index and Quality of Life in Adult Obese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine dysfunction, characterized by chronic anovulation, and ovarian dysfunction affecting 8% to 13% of women in all reproductive age groups. The process of menstrual irregularities is associated with higher Body Mass Index and reduced Quality of Life. The study was a single group experimental design. The study was conducted on 20 obese adult subjects aged 18-25 years based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. The study duration was 6 months and the treatment duration about 40 - 60 minutes per session, 3 sessions per week for 12 weeks. Body mass index was assessed by using Body Mass Index chart and Quality of Life is assessed using Short Form-36 Questionnaire. The study concludes that Aerobic Exercise was effective in reducing the Body Mass Index and improving the Quality of Life thereby regulating the Menstrual Cycle among adult obese women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome after the intervention sessions. Key words: Aerobic Exercise, Body Mass Index, Short Form 36 Questionnaire, polycystic ovary syndrome.