Effect of physical exercise on cardiometabolic parameters in post-menopause: an integrative review

Abstract

Objective: To identify the evidence available in literature which relates the practice of physical exercise to improvements in the cardiovascular and metabolic parameters of postmenopausal women. Method: A search was performed of works published between 2008 and 2018 included in the MEDLINE, BDENF, IBCS and LILACS databases. Of the 792 studies identified, 23 met the inclusion criteria. Results: Following analysis, the studies were separated into three categories. In the first category it was observed that physical exercise improved lipid metabolism, reduced abdominal circumference and promoted weight loss. The second category revealed that physical exercise reduced systolic blood pressure, prevented the development of arterial hypertension and reduced the release of sympathomimetic hormones. In the third category the studies indicated that physical exercise elevated the antioxidant mediators and reversed the oxidative stress involved in the inflammatory reactions present in cardiovascular diseases. Conclusion: The studies confirm the beneficial effects of physical exercise on the metabolic and cardiovascular parameters of postmenopausal women.

The Effect of Physical Exercise on Depression in Menopausal Women

“…In this study, the intervention group who did a physical exercise in rhythmic exercise experienced a significant decrease in depression following previous similar studies (Bernard et al, 2015;Galas et al, 2019;Rodrigues et al, 2019;Sternfeld & Dugan, 2011). Physical exercise's physiological and psychological mechanisms can increase dopamine and serotonin hormones in neurotransmitters, increase synaptic nerve transmission, endorphins secretion, stress distraction, and increase self-efficacy and self-esteem (Galas et al, 2019;Sternfeld & Dugan, 2011).…”

“…Physical exercise's physiological and psychological mechanisms can increase dopamine and serotonin hormones in neurotransmitters, increase synaptic nerve transmission, endorphins secretion, stress distraction, and increase self-efficacy and self-esteem (Galas et al, 2019;Sternfeld & Dugan, 2011). Menopausal women used to physical exercise have a positive mood, are prosperous, and avoid perceived stress, anxiety, and depression (Rodrigues et al, 2019). Apart from being a preventive measure, physical exercise can also play a role in managing psychological disorders in menopausal women (Rodrigues et al, 2019;Sternfeld & Dugan, 2011).…”

“…Menopausal women used to physical exercise have a positive mood, are prosperous, and avoid perceived stress, anxiety, and depression (Rodrigues et al, 2019). Apart from being a preventive measure, physical exercise can also play a role in managing psychological disorders in menopausal women (Rodrigues et al, 2019;Sternfeld & Dugan, 2011).…”

Mat Pilates training and blood pressure reactivity responses to psychological stress: comparison between normotensive and hypertensive postmenopausal women

“…In the present study, even normotensive volunteers had a reduction in resting BP, which suggests that the method can be a strategy for preventing hypertension. The reduction in BP after the exercises indicates that Mat Pilates is a good tool for the treatment and the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, especially high BP [4]. Not many studies investigated the effects of Mat Pilates in cardiovascular responses in postmenopausal women, so it is difficult to compare our results with the same population.…”

Effect of Adherence to Physical Exercise on Cardiometabolic Profile in Postmenopausal Women

“…Moreover, it reduces the body mass index and improves insulin sensitivity as well as glucose uptake and lipid profile [ 10 ]. Although these effects have been largely confirmed in postmenopausal women, there is still poor worldwide adherence to World Health Organization Recommendation about physical activity (PhA), especially in female population [ 11 , 12 ].…”