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August 23, 2025JOURNAL SPORT AREAOpen Access

Comparative effects of aerobic walking and resistance exercise on cognitive function in older adults: A quasi-experimental study

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GFGanang FandrianMDMuchsin DowesHLHanik Liskustyawati

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Overview

Quasi-experimental study reveals resistance exercise significantly improves cognitive function in older adults compared to aerobic exercise.

Key Points

  • Resistance exercise improved cognitive function significantly more than aerobic exercise, emphasizing its potential benefits.
  • Participants in the resistance exercise group experienced an average MoCA-Ina score increase of 2.21 points, compared to 1.27 points in the aerobic group.
  • A quasi-experimental design was used, involving 45 older adults aged 60-69, with cognitive function assessed before and after an 8-week exercise program.
  • These results indicate the need for integrating resistance training into public health programs for older adults to promote cognitive health.

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Fandrian et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af76b97567bf4f94fefc51https://doi.org/10.25299/sportarea.2025.vol10(2).23927
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