Researchers investigated the effects of different types of movement
behavior on midlife cognition. They found that trading as little as 7-9
minutes of sedentary behavior for moderate or vigorous physical activity
could significantly improve cognition. Physical activity is linked to the
building of cognitive reserve, which delays the onset of cognitive decline
later in life.A systematic review found that higher levels of physical activity and less
sedentary behavior is linked to better cognition in older adults. Few
studies, however, have explored the link between physical activity and
cognition among adults in midlife.
behavior on midlife cognition. They found that trading as little as 7-9
minutes of sedentary behavior for moderate or vigorous physical activity
could significantly improve cognition. Physical activity is linked to the
building of cognitive reserve, which delays the onset of cognitive decline
later in life.A systematic review found that higher levels of physical activity and less
sedentary behavior is linked to better cognition in older adults. Few
studies, however, have explored the link between physical activity and
cognition among adults in midlife.
Further research that assesses the effects of movement behavior and sleep
on midlife cognition could help improve prevention strategies for cognitive
decline at a later age.
Recently, researchers assessed the link between cognitive test scores and
24-hour movement behaviors from 4,481 U.K.-based participants.