Cerebral hemodynamic correlates of executive function: the acute influence of moderate-intensity exercise (Conference Presentation)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kevala Van Volkenburg ◽  
Brian Duffels ◽  
Tammy Klassen-Ross ◽  
Heath Matheson ◽  
Annie Duchesne ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Executive Function ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Cerebral Hemodynamic

Distinct effects of acute exercise and breaks in sitting on working memory and executive function in older adults: a three-arm, randomised cross-over trial to evaluate the effects of exercise with and without breaks in sitting on cognition

2019 ◽  
Vol 54 (13) ◽  
pp. 776-781 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael J Wheeler ◽  
Daniel J Green ◽  
Kathryn A Ellis ◽  
Ester Cerin ◽  
Ilkka Heinonen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Working Memory ◽  
Executive Function ◽  
Light Intensity ◽  
Visual Learning ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Intermittent Light ◽  
Time Points ◽  
Serum Bdnf

BackgroundSedentary behaviour is associated with impaired cognition, whereas exercise can acutely improve cognition.ObjectiveWe compared the effects of a morning bout of moderate-intensity exercise, with and without subsequent light-intensity walking breaks from sitting, on cognition in older adults.MethodsSedentary overweight/obese older adults with normal cognitive function (n=67, 67±7 years, 31.2±4.1 kg/m2) completed three conditions (6-day washout): SIT (sitting): uninterrupted sitting (8 hours, control); EX+SIT (exercise + sitting): sitting (1 hour), moderate-intensity walking (30 min), uninterrupted sitting (6.5 hours); and EX+BR (exercise + breaks): sitting (1 hour), moderate-intensity walking (30 min), sitting interrupted every 30 min with 3 min of light-intensity walking (6.5 hours). Cognitive testing (Cogstate) was completed at four time points assessing psychomotor function, attention, executive function, visual learning and working memory. Serum brain-derived neurotrophic growth factor (BDNF) was assessed at six time points. The 8-hour net area under the curve (AUC) was calculated for each outcome.ResultsWorking memory net AUC z-score·hour (95% CI) was improved in EX+BR with a z-score of +28 (−26 to +81), relative to SIT, −25 (−79 to +29, p=0.04 vs EX+BR). Executive function net AUC was improved in EX+SIT, −8 (− 71 to +55), relative to SIT, −80 (−142 to −17, p=0.03 vs EX+SIT). Serum BDNF net AUC ng/mL·hour (95% CI) was increased in both EX+SIT, +171 (−449 to +791, p=0.03 vs SIT), and EX+BR, +139 (−481 to +759, p=0.045 vs SIT), relative to SIT, −227 (−851 to +396).ConclusionA morning bout of moderate-intensity exercise improves serum BDNF and working memory or executive function in older adults, depending on whether or not subsequent sitting is also interrupted with intermittent light-intensity walking.Trial registration numberACTRN12614000737639.

Moderate Intensity Exercise Ameliorates Negative Impacts of Simulated Altitude on Executive Function.

2017 ◽  
Vol 49 (5S) ◽  
pp. 671-672
Author(s):  
Laura Q. Jimenez ◽  
Brian Arwari ◽  
Arlette C. Perry ◽  
Joseph F. Signorile ◽  
Soyeon Ahn ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Executive Function ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Simulated Altitude ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Negative Impacts

Dose–Response and Time Course Effects of Acute Resistance Exercise on Executive Function

2016 ◽  
Vol 38 (4) ◽  
pp. 396-408 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher J. Brush ◽  
Ryan L. Olson ◽  
Peter J. Ehmann ◽  
Steven Osovsky ◽  
Brandon L. Alderman
Keyword(s):  
Executive Function ◽  
Resistance Exercise ◽  
Dose Response ◽  
Time Course ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Acute Bout ◽  
Delayed Effects ◽  
Core Executive ◽  
Improved Performance

The purpose of this study was to examine possible dose–response and time course effects of an acute bout of resistance exercise on the core executive functions of inhibition, working memory, and cognitive flexibility. Twenty-eight participants (14 female; Mage = 20.5 ± 2.1 years) completed a control condition and resistance exercise bouts performed at 40%, 70%, and 100% of their individual 10-repetition maximum. An executive function test battery was administered at 15 min and 180 min postexercise to assess immediate and delayed effects of exercise on executive functioning. At 15 min postexercise, high-intensity exercise resulted in less interference and improved reaction time (RT) for the Stroop task, while at 180 min low- and moderate-intensity exercise resulted in improved performance on plus–minus and Simon tasks, respectively. These findings suggest a limited and task-specific influence of acute resistance exercise on executive function in healthy young adults.

The Acute Effect of High-Intensity Exercise on Executive Function: A Meta-Analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (5) ◽  
pp. 734-764 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Moreau ◽  
Edward Chou
Keyword(s):  
Executive Function ◽  
High Intensity ◽  
Brain Function ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
Acute Effect ◽  
High Intensity Exercise ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Cardiovascular Exercise

High-intensity exercise has recently emerged as a potent alternative to aerobic regimens, with ramifications for health and brain function. As part of this trend, single sessions of intense exercise have been proposed as powerful, noninvasive means for transiently enhancing cognition. However, findings in this field remain mixed, and a thorough synthesis of the evidence is lacking. Here, we synthesized the literature in a meta-analysis of the acute effect of high-intensity exercise on executive function. We included a total of 1,177 participants and 147 effect sizes across 28 studies and found a small facilitating effect ( d = 0.24) of high-intensity exercise on executive function. However, this effect was significant only compared with rest ( d = 0.34); it was not significant when high-intensity exercise was compared with low-to-moderate intensity exercise ( d = 0.07). This suggests that intense and moderate exercise affect executive function in a comparable manner. We tested a number of moderators that together explained a significant proportion of the between-studies variance. Overall, our findings indicate that high-intensity cardiovascular exercise might be a viable alternative for eliciting acute cognitive gains. We discuss the potential of this line of research, identify a number of challenges and limitations it faces, and propose applications to individuals, society, and policies.

scholarly journals TCD Cerebral Hemodynamic Changes during Moderate‐Intensity Exercise in Older Adults

2019 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 76-81 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed R. Alwatban ◽  
Yumei Liu ◽  
Sophy J. Perdomo ◽  
Jaimie L. Ward ◽  
Eric D. Vidoni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Hemodynamic Changes ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Cerebral Hemodynamic

scholarly journals Concurrent Performance of Executive Function during Acute Bouts of Exercise in Adults: A Systematic Review

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (10) ◽  
pp. 1364
Author(s):  
Kefeng Zheng ◽  
Liye Zou ◽  
Gao-Xia Wei ◽  
Tao Huang
Keyword(s):  
Executive Function ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Acute Bout ◽  
Literature Searches ◽  
Study Selection ◽  
Concurrent Performance ◽  
Core Executive ◽  
Quality Assessments

The purpose of the study was to systematically review the evidence on the effects of an acute bout of exercise on concurrent performance of core executive function (EF) during exercise in adults. Four electronic databases (i.e., PubMed, Web of Science, PsycINFO, and SportDiscus) were searched from inception dates to 30 December 2020. The literature searches were conducted using the combinations of two groups of relevant items related to exercise and executive function. Articles were limited to human studies in adults. The search process, study selection, data extraction, and study quality assessments were carried out independently by two researchers. A total of 4899 studies were identified. Twenty-two studies met our inclusion criteria. Of the 42 reported outcomes in the 22 studies, 13 (31%) of the 42 outcomes showed that core EF performance was enhanced during exercise and 14 (33%) found that core EF performance did not differ from control conditions. Fifteen (36%) found that core EF performance was impaired. Notably, improved EF performances tend to be observed during moderate-intensity exercise, whereas impaired EF performances were more likely to be observed at vigorous-high intensity. The review suggests mixed findings regarding the effects of an acute bout of exercise on concurrent performance of core EF. Exercise intensity seems to influence the effects. The underlying neural mechanisms remain to be elucidated.

scholarly journals Exploring the Dose-Response Relationship between Resistance Exercise Intensity and Cognitive Function

2009 ◽  
Vol 31 (5) ◽  
pp. 640-656 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yu-Kai Chang ◽  
Jennifer L. Etnier
Keyword(s):  
Executive Function ◽  
Resistance Exercise ◽  
Cognitive Performance ◽  
Dose Response ◽  
Exercise Intensity ◽  
Perceived Exertion ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Response Relationship ◽  
Dose Response Relationship ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise

The purpose of this study was to explore the dose-response relationship between resistance exercise intensity and cognitive performance. Sixty-eight participants were randomly assigned into control, 40%, 70%, or 100% of 10-repetition maximal resistance exercise groups. Participants were tested on Day 1 (baseline) and on Day 2 (measures were taken relative to performance of the treatment). Heart rate, ratings of perceived exertion, self-reported arousal, and affect were assessed on both days. Cognitive performance was assessed on Day 1 and before and following treatment on Day 2. Results from regression analyses indicated that there is a significant linear effect of exercise intensity on information processing speed, and a significant quadratic trend for exercise intensity on executive function. Thus, there is a dose-response relationship between the intensity of resistance exercise and cognitive performance such that high-intensity exercise benefits speed of processing, but moderate intensity exercise is most beneficial for executive function.

scholarly journals Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: Updates Through the Lens of Sports Cardiology

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Bradley S. Lander ◽  
Dermot M. Phelan ◽  
Matthew W. Martinez ◽  
Elizabeth H. Dineen
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy ◽  
Shared Decision Making ◽  
Sport Participation ◽  
Heart Association ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators ◽  
Shared Decision ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise ◽  
Sports Cardiology

Abstract Purpose of review This review will summarize the distinction between hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) and exercise-induced cardiac remodeling (EICR), describe treatments of particular relevance to athletes with HCM, and highlight the evolution of recommendations for exercise and competitive sport participation relevant to individuals with HCM. Recent findings Whereas prior guidelines have excluded individuals with HCM from more than mild-intensity exercise, recent data show that moderate-intensity exercise improves functional capacity and indices of cardiac function and continuation of competitive sports may not be associated with worse outcomes. Moreover, recent studies of athletes with implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) demonstrated a safer profile than previously understood. In this context, the updated American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology (AHA/ACC) and European Society of Cardiology (ESC) HCM guidelines have increased focus on shared decision-making and liberalized restrictions on exercise and sport participation among individuals with HCM. Summary New data demonstrating the safety of exercise in individuals with HCM and in athletes with ICDs, in addition to a focus on shared decision-making, have led to the most updated guidelines easing restrictions on exercise and competitive athletics in this population. Further athlete-specific studies of HCM, especially in the context of emerging therapies such as mavacamten, are important to inform accurate risk stratification and eligibility recommendations.

scholarly journals Increasing skeletal muscle carnitine content in older individuals increases whole‐body fat oxidation during moderate‐intensity exercise

Aging Cell ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolyn Chee ◽  
Chris E. Shannon ◽  
Aisling Burns ◽  
Anna L. Selby ◽  
Daniel Wilkinson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skeletal Muscle ◽  
Body Fat ◽  
Fat Oxidation ◽  
Whole Body ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Older Individuals ◽  
Moderate Intensity Exercise
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