Physical activity on executive function in sedentary individuals: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT: Physical activity has been demonstrated to promote cognitive performance. However, the relationship between physical activity and executive function (EF) in sedentary individuals is not fully understood. This meta-analysis examined the impact of physical activity on EF in sedentary individuals and evaluated potential moderators of the relationship between physical activity and EF. In accordance with the PRISMA guidelines, the electronic databases MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO and Web of Science were searched. Included studies had to report sedentary individuals randomized to either a physical activity group or a control group. Subgroup analyses of EF sub-domains, exercise prescription and age were conducted alongside the overall meta-analysis. Thirteen RCT studies were included, with a total o

SUBMITTER: Tian S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10703253 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature