Chapter
Effects of physical activity on cognition in adults.
Abstract
Understanding how physical activity impacts cognition in adults is an area of active research with important implications for an aging and sedentary population. This chapter examines the current state of knowledge on the association between physical activity and cognition in younger and older adults. It discusses current related theories and models that are grounded in physiology. It highlights the current research methodologies used for …
Authors
Heisz JJ; Ogrodnik M; Fenesi B
Book title
APA handbook of sport and exercise psychology, volume 2: Exercise psychology (Vol. 2).
Pagination
pp. 315-330
Publisher
American Psychological Association (APA)
Publication Date
January 1, 2019
DOI
10.1037/0000124-016