The effect of high Intensity interval training versus moderate intensity continuous training on arterial stiffness and 24 h blood pressure responses: A systematic review and meta-analysis

摘要

Objectives: Greater arterial stiffness and poor 24 h blood pressure (BP) are recognized as indicators of poor cardiovascular health. Evidence has shown that high intensity interval training (HIIT) may be a superior alternative to moderate intensity continuous training (MICT) for improving cardiovascular disease risk factors such as cardiorespiratory fitness and vascular function. However, there are limited data comparing the effect of HIIT to MILT on central arterial stiffness and/or 24 h BP response. The purpose of this study was to compare HIIT versus MILT on central arterial stiffness and 24 h BP outcomes by systematic review and meta-analysis.