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Active children demonstrate superior cognitive functions, including inhibitory control and visuo-spatial working memory, compared to sedentary peers. Promoting physical activity in schools may enhance children's executive functions.

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  • Sports Science

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  • Physical activity is linked to improved cognitive function in children.
  • Gaps exist in understanding these benefits across specific cognitive domains.
  • This study investigates differences in executive functions and visuo-spatial working memory between active and sedentary children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare cognitive performance in inhibitory control, cognitive flexibility, and visuo-spatial working memory between active and sedentary children.
  • To provide preliminary evidence on the impact of physical activity on specific cognitive abilities in youth.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study with 26 children (mean age 9.53 years) divided into Active and Sedentary groups.
  • Executive functions assessed using NEPSY-II.
  • Visuo-spatial working memory evaluated with the table version of the Radial Arm Maze (table-RAM).

Main Results:

  • Active children significantly outperformed sedentary children in inhibitory control (p=0.03) and cognitive flexibility (p=0.02).
  • The Active group also showed better performance in spatial span (p=0.04) and fewer working memory errors (p=0.01), key indicators of visuo-spatial working memory.
  • Statistical analysis included One-way ANOVAS and Kruskal-Wallis Tests.

Conclusions:

  • Preliminary findings suggest a positive association between physical activity and enhanced cognitive functioning in children.
  • Results underscore the importance of encouraging active lifestyles, particularly in educational settings.
  • Further research is warranted to confirm these cognitive benefits across diverse populations.