Acute and adaptation effect of high-intensity interval training on testosterone, cortisol and performance among collegiate running athletes

Purpose: Testosterone and cortisol need to be monitored during training and recovery periods to optimise performance and avoid overtraining. This study aimed to assess the acute and adaptation effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on testosterone and cortisol levels and athletic...

The program improves athletic performance, although it has limited effects on testosterone and cortisol levels.