--- title: Does high-intensity interval training help women with PMDD? | Niyora description: In this study of 35 women with PMDD, 4 weeks of high-intensity interval training significantly reduced symptom severity, pain, and inflammation markers. There url: https://niyora.com/research/papers/effect-of-high-intensity-interval-training-hiit-in-premenstrual-dysphoric-2026/ --- - [Niyora](https://niyora.com/) - [Research](https://niyora.com/research/) - [Library](https://niyora.com/research/library/) - Does high-intensity interval training help women with PMDD? Non-randomised trial, 2026 # Does high-intensity interval training help women with PMDD? In this study of 35 women with PMDD, 4 weeks of high-intensity interval training significantly reduced symptom severity, pain, and inflammation markers. There was no control group, so we cannot be certain the improvement came from exercise alone. Early or limited evidence 35 reproductive-aged women (mean age 23.51±1.88 years) with premenstrual dysphoric disorder ## What they did Single-group pre-test post-test study with 35 women (mean age 23.51±1.88 years) with PMDD. All participants completed 4 weeks of supervised high-intensity interval training, 5 sessions per week. Each session used 30-second high-intensity intervals alternating with recovery periods at 80-90% maximum heart rate. ## What they found All measured outcomes showed statistically significant improvements (all p<0.05). These were: Daily Record of Severity of Problems total score, Visual Analogue Scale menstrual pain intensity, and serum C-reactive protein (an inflammation marker). All three measures decreased significantly. ## What it means for you High-intensity interval training appeared effective for reducing PMDD symptoms and inflammation. This is a weak design because there was no control group and the sample was small. Improvement could come from factors other than exercise, such as attention or lifestyle changes during the study period. 35 Number of women enrolled 4 weeks Duration of HIIT training 5 sessions/week Training frequency ## About the study Original title Effect of High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) in Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD): An Experimental Study Authors Sanjeevani Konda, Ashwini Bulbuli Journal International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology Year 2026 Study design Non-randomised trial Participants 35 What was tested 4 weeks of supervised high-intensity interval training, 5 sessions weekly, 30-second intervals at 80-90% maximum heart rate Open access Yes Read the paper [doi.org/10.25258/ijddt.16.40s.79](https://doi.org/10.25258/ijddt.16.40s.79) ## Topics [Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)](https://niyora.com/research/topics/condition-pmdd/)[Dysmenorrhea and period pain](https://niyora.com/research/topics/condition-dysmenorrhea/)[Low mood and depression](https://niyora.com/research/topics/symptom-depression-mood/)[Pain and headache](https://niyora.com/research/topics/symptom-pain/)[Work and productivity](https://niyora.com/research/topics/life-area-work/) Research tells you what helps on average. Niyora helps on the day it hits. Calm down, see it another way, and decide what to say, with a PMS and PMDD app built by a doctor. ## Related studies Systematic review, 2025 How common are PMS, PMDD, and painful periods in nursing students, and do they affect their schooling? Survey study, 2026 Are menstrual characteristics linked to depression and anxiety in teenage girls? Study, 2026 What are premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder? Survey study, 2026 How common is PMDD among college women and what increases the risk? Review, 2026 How much do PMS and menstrual disorders affect women's work, school, and quality of life? Survey study, 2025 Do adverse childhood experiences increase PMS and menstrual symptoms in adulthood? Ask AI about this page Copy prompt ChatGPT ↗ Claude ↗ Perplexity ↗ Google AI Mode ↗ Grok ↗