| While there is no scientific proof that exercise | | | | can't run anymore, or sitting on a stationary bike |
| helps those suffering with PCOS more than it | | | | in a crowded gym for an hour. |
| helps the average person, common sense does | | | | The best way to keep exercise fun and to help |
| tell us that since such a large number of women | | | | make sure that you stick to it is to get an |
| with PCOS are obese exercise is vital to | | | | exercise buddy. This way, you can set goals and |
| long-term health. Exercise helps the body's cells | | | | try to help each other achieve them. You can do |
| use sugar for energy, reducing the amount in the | | | | tandem exercises like playing basketball or even a |
| blood stream. | | | | spirited game of catch. You can make a list of fun |
| For PCOS sufferers who are also type-2 diabetic, | | | | things do to so that every time you exercise, |
| it's believed that exercise helps the body use | | | | you're doing something different and things don't |
| insulin in a more efficient way. But that's not the | | | | get repetitive and boring. |
| only benefit. Exercise has been shown to improve | | | | Also, listen to your body. Don't overdo things, and |
| circulation, reduce blood pressure, increase levels | | | | if you come back from a day out and you're |
| of good cholesterol, build muscle and help in | | | | sore, it's ok to take a day off until you feel |
| weight loss. | | | | better. |
| Exercise in women with PCOS is also believed to | | | | Don't be afraid to try unorthodox methods of |
| help regulate abnormal menstrual cycles. And | | | | exercise. Going for a hike in the woods counts |
| although no major studies have been done, | | | | just as much as doing a workout tape in front of |
| exercise is thought to help PCOS sufferers deal | | | | the TV. Ice skating is a fantastic aerobic workout |
| with blood pressure issues and even with | | | | and can be substituted for a long run. A night out |
| excessive hair growth due to high levels of male | | | | dancing at a club instead of a bike ride works just |
| hormone found in women with PCOS. | | | | fine. Don't be afraid to try new things and keep |
| So, the common sense benefits of exercise are | | | | your exercise routines fresh and exciting. Getting |
| clear. The question is then, what's the right routine | | | | into a rut of doing the same few things over and |
| and how do I stick to it? The answer will be | | | | over is the number one cause of people giving up |
| different for everyone, but there are a few | | | | on their exercise. The most important thing to |
| guidelines you can use. First off, consult a doctor. | | | | remember is to just stay active, no matter what. |
| He or she can help point you in the right direction | | | | Since PCOS sufferers are prone to obesity, you |
| and make sure you don't overdo it. The second | | | | have to be extra vigilant with diet and exercise to |
| thing is to keep it fun! Exercise can be so much | | | | stay in shape. |
| more than just running around the block until you | | | | |