Dementia and Alzheimer’s is another hot topic today. Medical
professionals and researchers are on constantly discussing and investigating further
what may positively influence these issues. Amongst many other interventions,
the beneficial effects of physical activity are being closely examined and
showing positive results. The exciting news is that studies are demonstrating
the potential for physical activity to slow down the onset of dementia.1,2,3
Once again, the question remains, however, whether aerobic or anaerobic exercise
is better especially since many older adults struggle with aerobic exercise due
to physical limitations. Thankfully there are more and more researchers that
are investigating anaerobic exercise because of its accessibility to a wider population
of older individuals.1,2,3
References
1. Anderson-Hanley, C., Nimon, J. P., & Westen, S. C.
(2010). Cognitive health benefits of strengthening exercise for
community-dwelling older adults. Journal
of Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology,32(9), 996–1001. \http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/13803391003662702
2. Chang, Y., Pan, C., & Chen, F.
(2012). Effect of resistance-exercise training on cognitive function in healthy
older adults: A review. Journal of Aging
and Physical Activity, 20(4), 497-518. Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?term=22186664
3. Fabel, K., & Kempermann, G. (2008). Physical activity
and the regulation of neurogenesis in the adult and aging brain. Neuromolecular Medicine, 10(2), 59–66. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12017-008-8031-4
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