This paper aims to collect a compendium of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) exploring
the effects of cognitively engaging physical activity (PA) interventions (basketball and …

Objectives To use a quantitative approach to examine the effects of chronic physical activity
(PA) interventions on executive functions (EFs) in children aged 3–7 years. Design …

Objective The objective was twofold: to assess the effect of physical activity (PA)
interventions on children's and adolescents' cognition and metacognition; and to determine …

Classroom-based physical activity (PA) is gaining attention in terms of its potential to
enhance children's cognitive functions, but it remains unclear as to which specific modality of …

Objective: The aim of this paper is to provide a systematic review of research on physical
exercise in real-world settings on executive function of typical children and adolescents …

Background Physical activity (PA) and obesity were linked with poor cognition. Our study
assessed PA interventions could improve domain-specific cognition among …

Objectives The aim of this meta-analysis was to provide a systematic review of intervention
studies that investigated the effects of physical activity on multiple domains of executive …

Research combining physical activity with the training of cognitive skills such as executive
functions is emerging as a novel and fruitful intervention approach for children. Purpose …

One of the most studied aspects of children's cognitive development is that of the
development of the executive function, and research has shown that physical activity has …

Background The relation between physical activity (PA), motor skills and cognitive function
in children is receiving considerable attention. To transition scientific evidence into …