Objectives The aim of this meta-analysis was to provide a systematic review of intervention
studies that investigated the effects of physical activity on multiple domains of executive …

Background The relation among physical activity (PA), fitness, cognitive function, and
academic achievement in children is receiving considerable attention. The utility of PA to …

Whereas a wealth of studies have investigated acute effects of moderate aerobic exercise
on executive function, the roles of age, fitness, and the component of executive function in …

An emerging body of evidence has begun to document the beneficial after effects of single
bouts—or doses—of physical activity for cognition. This article highlights a selection of …

Although the positive effects of different kinds of physical activity (PA) on cognitive
functioning have already been demonstrated in a variety of studies, the role of cognitive …

Classroom-based physical activity (PA) is gaining attention in terms of its potential to
enhance children's cognitive functions, but it remains unclear as to which specific modality of …

Background Children with ADHD frequently suffer from deficits in cognitive (ie, executive
functions) and motor abilities. Although medication usually has a positive effect, a lack of …

Classroom-based physical activity breaks are postulated to positively impact children's
attention during their school day. However, empirical evidence for this claim is scarce and …

Even though positive relations between children's motor ability and their academic
achievement are frequently reported, the underlying mechanisms are still unclear. Executive …

Acute physical activity of moderate to vigorous intensity has been shown to improve
cognitive functions in children. However, the empirical evidence associated with Attention …