This study aims to evaluate the effects of a 4 month Zumba training program on cardiometabolic, hormonal, inflammatory, hepatic, renal, and functional parameters in overweight and obese women. Participants will be classified according to menopausal status (pre- or post-menopausal) and randomly assigned to an exercise group or a non-exercise control group.
Female, aged 18-65 years
BMI ≥ 25 kg/m²
Pre-menopausal or post-menopausal (classified clinically)
Voluntary written informed consent
Hormonal therapy or weight-loss medications
Endocrine diseases or chronic illness
Recent intense physical training (<48 hours before baseline)