High-intensity interval training versus moderate-intensity continuous training for polycystic ovary syndrome: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most prevalent endocrine disorder affecting women of reproductive age. Lifestyle modifications, particularly exercise, are cornerstone management strategies, with High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and Moderate-Intensity Continuous Training (MICT) being commonly recommended modalities. Despite their widespread use, high-quality evidence directly comparing HIIT and MICT in women with PCOS is limited. This meta-analysis aims to rigorously compare the effects of HIIT versus MICT in women with PCOS to provide precise and robust evidence for clinical recommendations.

Methods

This meta-analysis adhered to PRISMA guidelines, conducting a comprehensive search across PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library databases

SUBMITTER: Zhao Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12571624 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature