Research
Neural
Strength training in elderly overweight women exerts positive effects on upper and lower limb strength and also increases cognitive performance.
Incorporating strength training can enhance cognitive function in older women who are overweight.
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However, significant differences were found (p <0.05) in ULL, LLL and cognitive performance.
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Based on study design from abstract.
Source
Cognitive Performance Changes After 12 Weeks Of Strength Training In Elderly Overweight Women
André C. Smolarek et al. · Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise · 2018
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