EPISODE · May 7, 2024 · 40 MIN
#63: Exercise and Executive Function
from Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast · host Darius Namdaran and Dr Erica Warren
In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren explore the connection between exercise and executive function. They delve into research that reveals how acute (single-session) and chronic (regular) aerobic exercise can enhance executive functions across various age groups. Studies indicate that acute exercise significantly improves cognitive functions like inhibition and selective attention, while chronic exercise supports working memory, attention, and flexibility. The hosts also discuss the potential mechanisms behind these effects, such as increased brain oxygenation and neurotransmitter release, and analyze what these findings imply for students and professionals.Links:The Effects of Acute Aerobic Exercise on Cognitive Function: A Meta-Analysis: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/behavioralneuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnbeh.2022.957677/full Acute Exercise and Cardiovascular Fitness Modulate Cognitive Performance With Selective Effects on Executive Function in Preadolescents: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1469029214000818Exercise and Children's Intelligence, Cognition, and Academic Achievement: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10648-007-9057-0 The Effects of Acute Aerobic Exercise on Cognitive Function: A Meta-Analysis: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0006899312004003 Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/Executive Functioning Coaching Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Executive Functioning Resources: https://goodsensorylearning.com/collections/executive-functioning-skills-trainingExecutive Functioning Assessments: https://goodsensorylearning.com/search?type=product&q=EFCAHow to Teach Executive Functions in Grades 1-6: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/how-to-teach-executive-functioning-to-elementary-and-middle-school-students-and-make-it-fun Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-appEF Coaching with Darius: https://www.ivvi.app/coachingEF Student Coaching with Erica: https://learningtolearn.biz/ EF Adult Coaching with Erica: https://dropintoyourbestself.com/coaching Brought to you by:https://ivvi.apphttps://goodsensorylearning.comhttps://learningspecialistcourses.comhttps://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessmenthttps://dropintoyourbestself.com/www.learningtolearn.biz
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In this episode of the Executive Function Brain Trainer Podcast, Darius Namdaran and Dr. Erica Warren explore the connection between exercise and executive function. They delve into research that reveals how acute (single-session) and chronic (regular) aerobic exercise can enhance executive functions across various age groups. Studies indicate that acute exercise significantly improves cognitive functions like inhibition and selective attention, while chronic exercise supports working memory, attention, and flexibility. The hosts also discuss the potential mechanisms behind these effects, such as increased brain oxygenation and neurotransmitter release, and analyze what these findings imply for students and professionals.Links:The Effects of Acute Aerobic Exercise on Cognitive Function: A Meta-Analysis: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/behavioralneuroscience/articles/10.3389/fnbeh.2022.957677/full Acute Exercise and Cardiovascular Fitness Modulate Cognitive Performance With Selective Effects on Executive Function in Preadolescents: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1469029214000818Exercise and Children's Intelligence, Cognition, and Academic Achievement: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10648-007-9057-0 The Effects of Acute Aerobic Exercise on Cognitive Function: A Meta-Analysis: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0006899312004003 Executive Functionings for Groups and Classes: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/executive-functioning-games-for-groups-and-classes Dyslexia Productivity Coaching: http://dyslexiaproductivitycoaching.com/Executive Functioning Coaching Course: https://www.learningspecialistcourses.com/courses/teaching-EF-and-study-strategies Executive Functioning Resources: https://goodsensorylearning.com/collections/executive-functioning-skills-trainingExecutive Functioning Assessments: https://goodsensorylearning.com/search?type=product&q=EFCAHow to Teach Executive Functions in Grades 1-6: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/how-to-teach-executive-functioning-to-elementary-and-middle-school-students-and-make-it-fun Inner Voice: https://goodsensorylearning.com/blogs/news/inner-voice-appEF Coaching with Darius: https://www.ivvi.app/coachingEF Student Coaching with Erica: https://learningtolearn.biz/ EF Adult Coaching with Erica: https://dropintoyourbestself.com/coaching Brought to you by:https://ivvi.apphttps://goodsensorylearning.comhttps://learningspecialistcourses.comhttps://goodsensorylearning.com/products/executive-functioning-coaching-assessmenthttps://dropintoyourbestself.com/www.learningtolearn.biz
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