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  • Neuroscience
  • Gerontology
  • Exercise Science

Background:

  • Exercise interventions show promise for mitigating age-related cognitive decline.
  • Significant variability exists in exercise efficacy for cognitive health in older adults (55+).
  • Biological sex is a potential, under-explored factor influencing exercise response.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evidence for biological sex as a moderator of physical activity's effects on cognition in older adults.
  • To explore potential sex-specific biological mechanisms underlying exercise's impact on brain health.
  • To highlight the need for sex-specific considerations in exercise interventions for healthy brain aging.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review synthesizing research on sex differences in aging, dementia risk factors, and exercise interventions.
  • Examination of sex-specific differences in neuroplasticity, neurotrophic factors, and physiological responses to exercise.
  • Analysis of how different exercise modalities (aerobic, resistance) may impact cognition differently between sexes.

Main Results:

  • Sex differences are evident in dementia prevalence and associated risk factors (genetics, cardiovascular health, hormones, etc.).
  • The cognitive and brain health benefits of exercise interventions may differ between males and females.
  • Underlying biological mechanisms (e.g., neuroplasticity, growth factors) may mediate these sex-specific exercise effects.

Conclusions:

  • Biological sex is a critical factor to consider when evaluating exercise interventions for cognitive health in aging.
  • Future research must investigate sex differences in exercise efficacy to optimize interventions.
  • Tailoring exercise programs based on sex could lead to more effective strategies for promoting healthy brain aging.