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Cognitive function of older adults engaging in physical activity.

Monisha IngoldNikki TullianiChetwyn C H ChanKaren P Y Liu
Published in: BMC geriatrics (2020)
Open-skilled physical activity was associated with better inhibition, visual tracking, and cognitive flexibility while closed-skilled physical activity was associated with better selective attention and visuospatial perception. The findings have important practical implications for the health and quality of life of ageing populations, knowing which particular types of physical activity might affect the cognitive function.
Keyphrases
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