The effects of aerobic exercise on cardiometabolic health in postmenopausal females: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

After menopause, reductions in ovarian hormones increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Aerobic exercise training has been shown to reduce cardiovascular risk in older adults, but its effectiveness in postmenopausal females is less definitive.

Objectives

The objectives of this study were to examine the: (1) effects of aerobic training, and (2) association between aerobic training intensity and cardiometabolic health outcomes in postmenopausal females.

Design

Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Data sources and methods

Six electronic databases were searched from inception to July 21, 2023 for aerobic training interventions reporting cardiometabolic outcomes in postmenopausal females. Data were synthesized qualitat

SUBMITTER: Huynh E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11503877 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature