Effect of Aerobic Exercises on Insulin Resistance in Obese Pregnant Women
Journal Title: Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research - Year 2015, Vol 5, Issue 1
Abstract
Aims: This study was conducted to determine the effect of aerobic exercises on insulin resistance in obese pregnant women. Methodology: 60 primigravidas women between 20-24 weeks gestation diagnosed as having insulin resistance participated in this study. They were selected from the out Patient Clinic of Obstetrics at Kasr El-Aini University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University. Their age ranged 25-35 years, their body mass index ranged from 30-35 kg/m². Participants were assigned randomly into 2groups, participants of group (A) followed moderate restricted diet (1800-2000 kcal/day) in addition to participation in an aerobic exercise program 3 times weekly until end of 37 weeks gestation, while participants of group (B) followed moderate restricted diet (1800-2000 kcal/day) until end of 37 weeks gestation. Results: The present study revealed that aerobic exercise program produced a significant decrease (P<.001) in insulin resistance level homeostatic model assessment (HOMA) test, fasting blood glucose level & fasting insulin level than the use of moderate restricted diet. Conclusion: Aerobic exercises are effective in reducing insulin resistance in obesepregnant female if it continued throughout pregnancy.
Authors and Affiliations
Ghada E. El-Refaye, Heba M. Ali, Adel F. Elbegawy
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