Physical exercise and cognition in older adults, a scientific approach scanty reported in Latin America and Caribbean populations
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| Authors: | , , , , |
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| Format: | artículo original |
| Publication Date: | 2024 |
| Description: | The advancement of public services, including the increased accessibility of health services, has led to a rise in life expectancy globally. As a result, aging populations are becoming more prevalent, raising concerns about cognitive decline. Fortunately, non-pharmacological methods, such as physical exercise, have been shown to mitigate the effects of aging on the brain. In this perspective article, we examined meta-analyses on the impact of physical exercise on cognition in older adults. The results indicate that combined exercise (i.e., aerobic plus strength training), has a significant positive effect on overall cognition and executive function. However, we found a lack of scientific studies on this topic in Latin American and Caribbean countries. Therefore, there is a pressing need for research to identify the feasibility of physical exercise interventions to improve cognitive skills in older adults from these regions. |
| Country: | Kérwá |
| Institution: | Universidad de Costa Rica |
| Repositorio: | Kérwá |
| Language: | Inglés |
| OAI Identifier: | oai:kerwa.ucr.ac.cr:10669/102740 |
| Online Access: | https://hdl.handle.net/10669/102740 https://doi.org/10.3389/fspor.2024.1368593 |
| Keyword: | physical exercise general cognition executive functions older adults Latin America Caribbean cognitive skills |