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  • Exercise science
  • Sleep medicine
  • Public health

Background:

  • The relationship between sleep and exercise is widely studied, but comprehensive reviews on exercise interventions' impact on sleep are scarce.
  • Existing literature lacks definitive conclusions regarding exercise's effects on sleep patterns.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review and synthesize findings from studies examining the effects of exercise interventions on sleep quality and duration.
  • To identify factors influencing the relationship between exercise and sleep outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Searched electronic databases for studies published between January 2013 and March 2017.
  • Included studies with objective or subjective sleep measures and exercise interventions adhering to American College of Sports Medicine guidelines.
  • Analyzed 34 eligible studies.

Main Results:

  • Twenty-nine of 34 studies reported that exercise improved sleep quality or duration.
  • Four studies found no significant difference, and one reported a negative impact.
  • Results varied based on participant age, health status, and exercise mode/intensity, with stronger positive effects observed in middle-aged and elderly adults, especially those with diseases.

Conclusions:

  • Exercise interventions show a substantial positive effect on sleep, particularly in older populations and those with health conditions.
  • The benefits of exercise on sleep efficiency and duration are evident across various activity types and intensities.
  • Further elucidation of the underlying mechanisms is required to establish a definitive consensus on the exercise-sleep relationship.