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Examining the effects of exercise with different cognitive loads on executive function: A systematic review
Chiung-Ling Chu1, Ting-Yu Chueh2, Tsung-Min Hung1
1Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, National Taiwan Normal University, Taipei, Taiwan.
Progress in Brain Research
|March 27, 2024
Summary
Physical exercise benefits executive functions (EFs). Higher cognitive load exercises show preliminary evidence for greater EF improvements compared to lower cognitive load exercises.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Cognitive Psychology
- Exercise Science
Background:
- Executive functions (EFs) are crucial for daily life, academic success, and overall well-being.
- Physical exercise is recognized for its positive impact on cognitive functions, including EFs.
- The specific role of cognitive load during exercise on EF enhancement remains debated.
Approach:
- Systematic review and synthesis of cross-sectional and longitudinal intervention studies.
- Searched three electronic databases for studies published until June 2023.
- Utilized Gentile's (2000) taxonomy to classify exercise cognitive load levels.
Key Points:
- 28 studies were included, analyzing the effects of exercise with varying cognitive loads on EFs.
- Exercise training interventions generally promote improved executive functions.
- Preliminary evidence suggests higher cognitive load exercises yield greater EF benefits than lower cognitive load exercises.
Conclusions:
- Exercise interventions are a promising strategy for enhancing executive functions.
- Higher cognitive load physical activities may offer superior benefits for cognitive enhancement.
- Further research is warranted to fully elucidate the dose-response relationship between exercise cognitive load and EF outcomes.
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