Impact of lifestyle changes on quality of life among obese postmenopausal women

Saad S AlFawaz

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Saad S AlFawaz ¹ ^*

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¹ Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, SAUDI ARABIA^* Corresponding Author

Abstract

Background: Postmenopausal obesity is a major health concern associated with impaired clinical parameters and reduced quality of life.
Objective: To evaluate the effects of a structured weight-loss program on clinical parameters and health-related quality of life in obese postmenopausal women.
Materials and methods: Two hundred postmenopausal women (50-58 years) with body mass index (BMI) between 30 and 35 kg/m² were randomly assigned to two groups. Group A followed a calorie-restricted diet combined with moderate-intensity aerobic treadmill training for three months, while group B received no intervention. BMI, hand grip strength, six-minute walk test (6MWT), and short form-36 (SF-36) scores were assessed before and after the intervention.
Results: Group A showed significant reductions in BMI and significant improvements in grip strength, 6MWT distance, and SF-36 subscale scores (p < 0.05), with significant differences compared to group B.
Conclusion: Combined dietary restriction and aerobic exercise significantly improve clinical outcomes and quality of life in obese postmenopausal women.

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lifestyle intervention
obesity
postmenopause
quality of life
aerobic exercise

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ELECTRON J GEN MED, Volume 23, Issue 3, June 2026, Article No: em738

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