[HTML][HTML] Towards an understanding of the physical activity-BDNF-cognition triumvirate: A review of associations and dosage

EI Walsh, L Smith, J Northey, B Rattray… - Ageing research …, 2020 - Elsevier
Physical activity has received substantial research attention due to its beneficial impact on
cognition in ageing, particularly via the action of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). It …

[HTML][HTML] Exerkines and long-term synaptic potentiation: Mechanisms of exercise-induced neuroplasticity

WAJ Vints, O Levin, H Fujiyama, J Verbunt… - Frontiers in …, 2022 - Elsevier
Physical exercise may improve cognitive function by modulating molecular and cellular
mechanisms within the brain. We propose that the facilitation of long-term synaptic …

Interrelationships between exercise, functional connectivity, and cognition among healthy adults: A systematic review

D Moore, M Jung, CH Hillman, M Kang… - …, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
The main purpose of this systematic review was to examine past literature focusing on the
potential relationship between exercise (or physical activity or cardiorespiratory fitness …

Exercise effects on brain and behavior in healthy mice, Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease model—A systematic review and meta-analysis

TM da Costa Daniele, PFC de Bruin… - Behavioural brain …, 2020 - Elsevier
This systematic review and meta-analysis examines how exercise modifies brain and
behavior in healthy mice, dementia (D) and Parkinson disease (PD) models. A search was …

Effects of acute aerobic exercise on mnemonic discrimination performance in older adults

DD Callow, GS Pena, CEL Stark… - Journal of the International …, 2023 - cambridge.org
Objectives: Ample evidence suggests exercise is beneficial for hippocampal function.
Furthermore, a single session of aerobic exercise provides immediate benefits to mnemonic …

Putting cells in motion: advantages of endogenous boosting of BDNF production

E Brattico, L Bonetti, G Ferretti, P Vuust, C Matrone - Cells, 2021 - mdpi.com
Motor exercise, such as sport or musical activities, helps with a plethora of diseases by
modulating brain functions in neocortical and subcortical regions, resulting in behavioural …

The effect of short-term physical activity on the oxidative stress in rats with different stress resistance profiles in cerebral hypoperfusion

VV Chrishtop, IK Tomilova, TA Rumyantseva… - Molecular …, 2020 - Springer
Oxidative stress associated with chronic cerebral hypoperfusion is one of the fundamental
factors leading to neurodegenerative diseases. To prevent oxidative stress, physical activity …

The principles of exercise prescription for brain health in aging

JJ Heisz, EE Waddington - Exercise, Sport, and Movement, 2023 - journals.lww.com
Alzheimer's disease and related dementias are among the world's greatest health
challenges. As the population ages, global dementia rates are rising, and with no imminent …

Physical exercise increases peripheral brain-derived neurotrophic factors in patients with cognitive impairment: A meta-analysis

H Huang, W Li, Z Qin, H Shen, X Li… - Restorative Neurology …, 2021 - content.iospress.com
Background: Physical exercise can improve cognitive dysfunction. Its specific mechanism
remains unknown. Recent studies have indicated that elevating or peripherally …

Exercise-induced elevated BDNF level does not prevent cognitive impairment due to acute exposure to moderate hypoxia in well-trained athletes

Z Piotrowicz, M Chalimoniuk, K Płoszczyca… - International Journal of …, 2020 - mdpi.com
Exposure to acute hypoxia causes a detrimental effect on the brain which is also manifested
by a decrease in the ability to perform psychomotor tasks. Conversely, brain-derived …