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Aerobic Exercise and Neurocognitive Performance: A Meta-Analytic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
Psychosomatic Medicine · 2010 · Vol. 72(3) · pp. 239–252
Patrick J. Smith✉(Duke Medical Center)James A. BlumenthalBenson M. HoffmanHarris CooperTimothy J. StraumanKathleen A. Welsh‐BohmerJeffrey N. BrowndykeAndrew Sherwood
Abstract
Aerobic exercise training is associated with modest improvements in attention and processing speed, executive function, and memory, although the effects of exercise on working memory are less consistent. Rigorous RCTs are needed with larger samples, appropriate controls, and longer follow-up periods.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity DisorderCognitive Functions and MemoryNeural and Behavioral Psychology StudiesNeurocognitiveAerobic exerciseRandomized controlled trialMeta-analysisMedicinePhysical therapyConfidence intervalWorking memoryPhysical medicine and rehabilitationCognition
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AdultAge FactorsAgedAged, 80 and overAttentionCognitionCognition DisordersExercise TherapyHumansMemoryMiddle AgedNeuropsychological TestsExerciseRandomized Controlled Trials as TopicTreatment Outcome
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