High Intensity Interval Training in PCOS

Effects of High Intensity Interval Training on Psychological Well Being, Anthropometrics, and Quality of Life in Females With Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Study objective is to determine the effect of High intensity interval training on psychological wellbeing, Anthropometrics and Quality of life in females with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Inclusion Criteria:

• females 18 to 45 years of age
• Diagnosed with PCOS based on Rotterdam criteria
• Ferriman and Gallway score of >8 for hirsutism

Exclusion Criteria:

• Use of hormonal contraceptives or IUDs for contraception
• Taking metformin <3 months prior to the inclusion
• Breast feeding mothers
• Type I or II DM
• Hypo/hyperthyroidism
• Regular high-intensity endurance or strength training (defined as ≥ 2 sessions of vigorous exercise per week), Physical ailments/injuries that limited exercise performance.