Exercise & Cognition
The „Exercise and Cognition“ section of the Department of Neuromotor Behavior and Exercise addresses the complex interrelationship of physical exercise, cognitive performance, and their neurophysiological correlates (brain functional and structural) across the life span.
Next to its physical health advantages, research has no focused to further investigate the prevention potential pf physical activity regarding cognitive performance and mental health. A particular focus is on the acute and chronic effect of the varied types of physical activity and forms of training (e.g., endurance, resistance, and coordination exercise or exergaming) on different cognitive domains (e.g., executive functions, attention, visuo-spatial skill). We address this topic within our current research projects on different target groups. Older adults are of our particular interest as aging considerably affects cognitive performance and increases the risk for age-related neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., dementia, mild cognitive impairment). The results of this research are supposed to be effectively transferred to society and everyday work/life.
