High-intensity interval training versus moderate-intensity continuous training for polycystic ovary syndrome: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Based on the current low to very low certainty evidence from RCTs, there is no statistically significant superiority of HIIT over MICT for improving anthropometric, cardiorespiratory, metabolic, or hormonal outcomes in women with PCOS. These findings suggest that either HIIT or MICT can be recommended based on patient preference, but larger RCTs are needed due to low evidence certainty. This study received no funding.
Authors
- Huanling Zhu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5226-3828)
- Long Yu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6170-6686)
- R. He (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6900-9164)
- Yunxia Chen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2653-3927)
- Yi Zhao (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-9235-2887)
- Jingrong Li (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3945-6713)
Institutions
- Dazhou Central Hospital (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Endocrinology
- Published
- 2025-10-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fendo.2025.1672257
- Primary Topic
- Ovarian function and disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00