The study of cognitive enhancement through physical activity in young people has gained significant traction within the field of developmental psychology ...

Recent studies show that our children’s activity levels are declining. “Only 20-28% of our children in this nation are ...

A brisk walk, a splash of water aerobics, or even a light jog around the block – if your heart rate goes up then so too will your brain health according to new research from the University of South ...

The research, published recently in the journal Psychology of Sport & Exercise, reports that dancing reduces anxiety, ...

Objective: This study investigates the impact of physical activity on cognitive function in Chinese middle-aged and older adult individuals, examining the relationship between different intensities of ...

Western University provides funding as a member of The Conversation CA. Physical activity — primarily in the form of active play — promotes young children’s physical, mental, emotional and ...

ucl.ac.uk Background Physical activity is associated with improved overall health in those people who survive to older ages, otherwise conceptualised as healthy ageing. Previous studies have examined ...

Background For a given subject, time in moderate to very vigorous intensity physical activity (MVPA) varies substantially among physical activity monitors. Objective In the present study, the primary ...

Engaging in multisport activities, in particular, predicts the strengthening of motor competence. "Based on the results, coaches and physical education teachers should consider the importance of ...

Current guidelines suggest engaging in a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) each week to support overall health. However, the effect of concentrated versus evenly ...