A systematic review and Bayesian meta-analysis provide evidence for an effect of acute physical activity on cognition in young adults

Communications Psychology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 2(1)

Published: Aug. 28, 2024

Physical exercise is a potential intervention for enhancing cognitive function across the lifespan. However, while studies employing long-term interventions consistently show positive effects on cognition, using single acute bouts have produced mixed results. Here, systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to determine impact of task performance in healthy young adults. A Bayesian hierarchical model quantified probabilistic evidence modulatory relationship by synthesizing 651 effect sizes from 113 PsychInfo Google Scholar representing 4,390 participants. Publication bias mitigated trim-and-fill method. Acute found small beneficial cognition (g = 0.13 ± 0.04; BF 3.67) decrease reaction time. restricted executive tasks revealed improvements working memory inhibition. Meta-analytic estimates were consistent multiple priors likelihood functions. activities categorized based type (e.g., cycling) because many aerobic anaerobic components, but this approach may limit comparison that categorize metabolic demands. The current study provides an updated synthesis existing literature insights into robustness exercise-induced cognition. Funding provided United States Army Research Office.

Language: Английский

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The effects of acute high-intensity aerobic exercise on cognitive performance: A structured narrative review

Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 16

Published: Sept. 23, 2022

It is well established that acute moderate-intensity exercise improves cognitive performance. However, the effects of high-intensity aerobic on performance have not been characterized. In this review, we summarize literature investigating exercise-cognition interaction, especially focusing exercise. We discuss methodological and physiological factors potentially mediate in response to propose are primarily affected by timing task (during vs. after exercise, time delay exercise). particular, more likely be impaired during when both demands high completed simultaneously (i.e., dual-task paradigm). The may also type task, physical fitness, mode/duration, age. Second, suggest interactions between changes regional cerebral blood flow (CBF), oxygenation, metabolism, neuromodulation neurotransmitters/neurotrophic factors, a variety psychological promising candidates determine present review has implications for recreational, sporting, occupational activities where required concurrently.

Language: Английский

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Exploring the impact of acute physical activity on creative thinking: a comprehensive narrative review with a focus on activity type and intensity

Discover Psychology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 4(1)

Published: Jan. 11, 2024

Abstract Recent studies have increasingly focused on the cognitive benefits of acute physical activity, particularly in enhancing creative thinking. Despite extensive research linking activity and cognition, significant gaps remain understanding how specific types intensities activities influence this relationship. This review aims to synthesize current findings, highlighting notable impact various One key finding is enhancement divergent thinking, a critical component creativity, through like walking at natural pace. Moderate intensity aerobic exercise dance, though based limited studies, also appear facilitate Additionally, vigorous may enhance secondary aspects including quantity flexibility idea generation. However, identifies multiple gaps, especially effects resistance structured moderate pointing an area ripe for future exploration. Recognizing importance it becomes essential understand different activities, their levels, affect cognition. knowledge can guide both academic practical applications, offering valuable insights targeted strategies aimed function creativity real-world settings such as classrooms workplaces. The underscores need more comprehensive exploration topic, which could implications fields psychology.

Language: Английский

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Acute effect of physical activity on academic outcomes in school‐aged youth: A systematic review and multivariate meta‐analysis

Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 34(1)

Published: Aug. 25, 2023

Abstract Background There has been an increase in the number of studies examining effect acute and chronic physical activity on academic outcomes children adolescents last two decades. We aimed to systematically determine effects school‐aged youth examine possible moderators. Methods conducted a systematic search using PubMed, Web Science, SPORTDiscus, PsycINFO databases (from inception 11th January 2023) for assessing performance‐related youth. A univariate multivariate meta‐analysis was based random‐effects model with restricted maximum likelihood used pool results (Hedge's g). Results included 11 articles (803 [range: 6–16 years]) review. Overall, increased g = 0.35, 95% CI: 0.20–0.50). Multivariate meta‐analyses revealed that performance mathematics 0.29, 0.16–0.42) language 0.28, 0.09–0.47). Only behavior change techniques 0.54, CI, 0.18–0.90, p < 0.001) played significant role this relationship. Conclusions single bout can improve youth, which may serve as complementary tool educational field. However, observed heterogeneity indicates we should interpret findings obtained caution.

Language: Английский

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Effect of aerobic exercise on the improvement of executive function in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Frontiers in Psychology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 15

Published: June 4, 2024

Objective Aerobic exercise (AE) interventions are beginning to be used as an emerging adjunctive treatment modality in the of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). However, date, there is no substantial evidence support improved effects aerobic intervention ADHD aged 6–12 years. This study aims investigate effect therapy on executive function attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Method We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis using PubMed Web Science. The cut-off date was June 1, 2023. aim assess impact all randomized controlled trials eligible for were included. Nine screened eligibility evaluation, nine studies assessed risk bias PEDro score GRADE Quality Evidence Evaluation System quality grading outcome indicators. After testing heterogeneity, random-effects model selected analysis. Finally, meta-analyses regression analyses performed core functions (inhibitory control, cognitive flexibility, working memory) subgroups Revman 5.4 Stata 16.0. Results evaluation showed mean 7.78, studies, two rated having excellent methodological quality, while remaining seven had good level evidence, that indicators moderate quality. Inhibitory control [SMD = 0.83,95% CI (0.37–1.29), Z 3.51, p 0.0005], flexibility 0.65,95% (0.37–0.93), 4.58, &lt; 0.00001], memory 0.48,95% (0.02–0.95), 2.03, 0.04] statistically significant, sizes or higher; furthermore, subgroup type intervention, duration, intensity, medication use different inhibitory combined IC, CF statistic found single category ( β 0.867, 0.001), intensity 0.928, weeks (β 0.804, 60-90 min 0.894, 1.202, 0.002) better overall improvement EF. Conclusion significantly functioning ADHD, showing above especially memory. can reference improving but given limitations this study, it should caution when applied clinical settings.

Language: Английский

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Mental fatigue increases perception of effort but does not compromise the inhibitory control of football referees during a match simulation physical task

European Journal of Sport Science, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Jan. 16, 2025

Executive functioning (EF) in referees is associated with their decision-making during a match and can be affected by mental fatigue (MF), psychobiological state induced prolonged periods of cognitive activity or high demand within short timeframe. Therefore, the aim this study was to investigate impact MF on EF perception effort physical task for football referees. Twelve male professional were recruited (32 ± 7.3 years; 1.75 0.06 cm; 85 13.32 kg; 41.4 5.92 mL kg-1 min-1 VO2max), visiting laboratory three occasions: one characterization familiarization two experimental manipulations: load (MF) low load. After manipulations, they performed designed replicate demands an official match. During task, executive tested reaction time ratings perceived assessed using subjective scales. The results revealed no effect response performance (p = 0.395). However, higher perceptions observed condition 0.018), which may performance. Despite alteration due fatigue, function remained unimpaired.

Language: Английский

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Exercising4Cognition: Can Short Bouts of Aerobic Exercise Improve Cognitive Performance in Healthy Adults for Primary Health Prevention? Previous Findings and Suggestions for the Future

Healthcare, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(4), P. 368 - 368

Published: Feb. 10, 2025

Background: Regular physical activity (PA) and regular exercise (RE) are essential for an active healthy lifestyle. Additionally, the short-term effects have been investigated to understand how acute bout of impacts cognitive processing, important aspect mental health well-being. Previous studies confirmed positive effects. However, several factors human can influence this relationship. Aim/Methods/Results: This perspective paper has three main objectives: firstly, discussing that exercise-cognition significantly across according previous reviews meta-analytic could be explained theoretically; secondly, highlighting knowledge gaps research questions future research; thirdly, what conclusion drawn promotion. A particular focus is given bouts aerobic adults as target group primary prevention. Conclusions: The summary findings shows on performance in depend (a) such duration intensity exercise, (b) type task domain functions, (c) individual individuals. Still, open concern ideal duration, timing exercise. In particular, more needed determine whether exercises short above especially below moderate improve functions adults. Methodologically, these should addressed by multimethod designs consider intra- interindividual comparisons different response levels (self-report, behavioral, psychophysiological). conclusion, answering pave way recommendations healthcare professionals prescribe brief a booster young To end, concepts extended arousal neurovisceral integration useful framework models include factors, like self-regulatory abilities interactions motivation during, pre-to-post testing sessions.

Language: Английский

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Effects of aerobic exercise on concussion-related symptoms: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials

Brain Injury, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 1 - 10

Published: March 10, 2025

A concussion is a head injury that temporarily affects the brain and results in various symptoms affecting an individual's functioning. Aerobic exercise has potential to aid recovery after traumatic injury. This systematic review aims investigate effects of independent aerobic on concussion-related symptoms, define appropriate timing optimal treatment parameters, provide future recommendations for research. 'PubMed, SCOPUS, CINAHL, MEDLINE, EMBASE, Web Science' databases were searched from inception February 15, 2024. The methodological quality studies included was judged using 'Cochrane Collaboration tool.' In total, nine randomized controlled trials (n = 346), with 45% participants being females, involved this analysis. Seven classified as having 'high' quality, two categorized 'moderate' according High-to-moderate-intensity may improve especially if administered early acute stage concussion. evidence supporting promising. Starting when patients are medically stable might symptoms. Regular supervised 20-minute high-to-moderate-intensity sessions, 3-5 times week safe environment, alleviate

Language: Английский

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Acute effects of resistance exercise intensity and repetition at a predetermined volume on inhibitory control: a randomized controlled trial

Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 7

Published: March 13, 2025

Background This study explores the effects of acute resistance exercise (RE) on inhibitory control (IC), emphasizing volume. Methods In total, 78 young adults were randomly assigned to one three groups: moderate-intensity group [MI; 60% repetition maximum (1RM), 3 × 10 reps], low-intensity (LI; 30% 1RM, 20 reps), or (CON; 35 min reading). The groups volume-matched. Baseline equivalence was assessed via one-way analysis variance (ANOVA) for demographic variables and chi-square gender. One-way covariance examined post-test interreference inverse efficiency score scores, controlling pre-test values. Two-way ANOVA Group (MI, LI, CON) Time heart rate (resting; pre-test, during intervention, post-test), perceived exertion (pre-test, lactate mid-test, post-test). Mean differences 95% confidence intervals supplemented p -values. Results IC using Stroop Task, revealing better performance in both MI ( = 0.026) LI 0.040) compared CON, though no significant difference found between two groups. Blood levels significantly increased post-exercise 0.012) &lt; 0.001) groups, but again, there them. Conclusions These findings highlight that RE, regardless intensity, enhances raises blood when volume is controlled. Practitioners might tailor RE protocols by adjusting intensity match individuals’ capabilities without compromising cognitive physiological benefits. Clinical Trial Registration identifier (NCT05311202).

Language: Английский

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The positive impact of physical activity on academic performance among catalan adolescents

Cogent Education, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 12(1)

Published: April 27, 2025

Language: Английский

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