The purpose of this study was to quantitatively combine and examine the results of studies
pertaining to physical activity and cognition in children. Studies meeting the inclusion criteria …

Objectives To comprehensively review all observational and experimental studies
examining the relationship between physical activity and cognitive development during early …

Objectives The purpose of this report is to perform a systematic review of the evidence on
the associations between physical activity and cognition by differentiating between …

Childhood is an important and sensitive period for cognitive development. There is limited
published research regarding the relationship between sports and cognitive functions in …

It is common knowledge that physical activity leads to numerous health and psychological
benefits. However, the relationship between children's physical activity and academic …

A literature review was conducted to investigate the effect of physical exercise and physical
training on cognition and academic performance in children and adolescents. Nine …

The potential for physical activity and fitness to improve cognitive function, learning and
academic achievement in children has received attention by researchers and policy makers …

OBJECTIVE: To present a conceptual model explaining the mechanisms for the effect of
physical activity on cognitive and mental health in young people and to conduct a systematic …

Background The relation among physical activity (PA), fitness, cognitive function, and
academic achievement in children is receiving considerable attention. The utility of PA to …

Background Randomized controlled trials (RCT) are required to test relationships between
physical activity and cognition in children, but these must be informed by exploratory studies …