Combination of both types of exercise is required to attain the maximum benefits. Cardio exercises must be done at least 2 times per week & strength exercise must be done at least 3 times per week.
Cardio training causes your heart rate to rise and it uses energy, increasing your total calories used, which will help with weight loss.
You can start with 10 minutes a day and slowly increase to 30 minutes, 5-6 times per week.
Finding a form of exercise that you enjoy is really important in making it sustainable. Here are some fun exercises you could consider:
- Zumba
- Pilates
- Yoga
- Aerobic classes
- Cycling
- Walking
- Running
- Swimming
- Jogging
- Dancing
- Playing Table Tennis/ Volleyball/ Badminton/ Football etc.
Lifestyle guide is provided to each and every patient of PCOS and calorie expenditure of various physical exercises is incorporated in it. Under the supervision of our Physiotherapist; after evaluating BMI of each patient and thoroughly studying the current lifestyle and based on the stamina of patient, they are advised to start certain exercise which are progressively increased as her energy level starts increasing.