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ArticleEuropean journal of applied physiology2026

Dynamic effects of different exercise modalities on autonomic recovery: a longitudinal study based on heart rate variability.

Wenxing Wang, Xiong Qin, Jiaqi Xu, Yuanhui Zhao, Hong Ren

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Article in European journal of applied physiology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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Wenxing WangSchool of Sport Science, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, 100084, P. R. China.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4021-4471
Xiong QinKey Laboratory of Exercise and Physical Fitness, Ministry of Education, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, 100084, P. R. China.
Jiaqi XuSchool of Sport Science, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, 100084, P. R. China.
Yuanhui ZhaoSchool of Sport Science, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, 100084, P. R. China.
Hong RenSchool of Sport Science, Beijing Sport University, Beijing, 100084, P. R. China. renhong@bsu.edu.cn.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0004-3273-6140

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Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities 2024016Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities 2024TZJK004
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Purpose Post-exercise recovery is a critical window for physiological adaptation, with the autonomic nervous system (ANS) playing a key regulatory role. However, whether long-term training with different modalities systematically influences post-exercise ANS recovery remains unclear. This study investigated the long-term effects of moderate-intensity continuous training (MICT), high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and resistance training (RT) on post-exercise ANS recovery assessed by heart rate variability (HRV) in healthy adults. Methods Three independent cohorts completed 12 weeks of MICT, HIIT, or RT (3 sessions per week). 5-minute continuous HRV data were collected immediately after each session. Recovery slopes of the root mean square of successive differences (RMSSD) and low-frequency/high-frequency power (LF/HF) ratio were calculated. Linear mixed-effects models analyzed trends in recovery slopes across training weeks, with pre-exercise resting HRV and prior-night insomnia score as covariates. Results A total of 43 participants (MICT: n = 13; HIIT: n = 16; RT: n = 14) completed the intervention, yielding 1393 training observations. RMSSD recovery slope decreased significantly in MICT (b=-0.165, P = 0.003), but not in HIIT (b = 0.019, P = 0.680) or RT (b=-0.037, P = 0.452). Between-group comparisons showed a significant difference between HIIT and MICT (Δb = 0.184, P = 0.030). Pre-exercise resting RMSSD (β = 0.022, P < 0.001) and prior-night insomnia score (β = 0.052, P = 0.021) significantly influenced RMSSD recovery slope. No observable trend was detected in LF/HF ratio recovery slopes. Conclusion Long-term training with different exercise modalities differentially affects post-exercise ANS recovery. MICT potentially promotes economical autonomic adaptation; HIIT maintains rapid recovery capacity; RT exerts weaker effects. Pre-exercise resting RMSSD and sleep quality may serve as practical markers for daily training monitoring.

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Autonomic nervous systemExercise modalityHeart rate variabilityLongitudinal studyPost-exercise recoveryTraining adaptation

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