Distraction versus Intensity: The Importance of Exercise Classes on Cognitive Performance in School

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare the influence of a class of aerobic exercise and an arts class on brain cortical activity and possible effects on cognitive performance. Subject and Methods: Electroencephalography was used to record the electro cortical activity of sixteen (16) school children (8-10 years) before and after an aerobic exercise class, and an arts class. Performance in a standardized assessment of educational attainment (VERA-3) was assessed following both classes.Results: A significant decrease of cortical activity was detected in all four lobes after exercise but not art classes (p
Source: Medical Principles and Practice - Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research