The association of activity patterns on female reproductive diseases: a prospective cohort study of UK biobank.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Little is known about the role of timing of physical activity in female reproductive disorders. These disorders include polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB), endometriosis, infertility, and pregnancy-related disorders. This study aims to investigate the associations of activity patterns with female reproductive diseases.

Methods

A total of 49,540 female participants from the UK Biobank with valid accelerometer data were enrolled at baseline. Activity patterns were defined based on the timing of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity (MVPA) throughout the day. Participants were categorized into four groups according to the timing of their MVPA: "morning, evening, mixed, midday-afternoon", with the midday-afternoon group serving

SUBMITTER: Guo H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11762564 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature