Double Duty Workout: Why Your Brain & BP Need You To Climb A Hill

High blood pressure? Forgetting names? Here is a summary of the latest research about results of a simple BET protocol which addresses both issues at the same time. Check the 12 minute audio above, watch 1 Min video on our YouTube channel or read the summary below. Based on the research published in Psychology of Sport and Exercise by Díaz-García et al. (2024). Key Findings:* BET exercises enhances both cognitive and physical performance in older adults. This improvement was observed compared to both a control group (no training) and an exercise-only training group.* BET increases fatigue resilience. Participants in the BET group experienced lower perceived exertion during exercise tasks compared to both the control and exercise training groups.Study Details:* BET group: Completed 20 minutes of cognitive tasks prior to each exercise session.* Exercise training group: Completed the same exercise training as the BET group but without the prior cognitive tasks.* Control group: Received no training.Both training groups engaged in three 45-minute sessions per week for eight weeks. Practical Implications:This study highlights the potential of BET as a non-pharmacological intervention to promote healthy aging. Incorporating BET into the lives of older adults could:* Improve cognitive function, including attention and executive function.* Enhance physical capacity, encompassing endurance, strength, and balance. Enhanced physical capacity leads to better ability to manage blood pressure. * Increase resilience to mental fatigue, which is crucial for maintaining independence and reducing the risk of falls and accidents.Check our free app BreathNow to follow guided exercises videos which help to lower blood pressure and heart rate long term.Check our detailed blog post on this topic This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strongover60.substack.com