Improving cognitive performance of 9–12 years old children
Just dance?, a randomized controlled trial
Het artikel beschrijft onderzoek naar de effecten van een dagelijkse 10-minuten beweegbreak op cognitieve prestaties van leerlingen in groep 7 en 8. Er deden 515 leerlingen mee van 8 basisscholen…
Effects of physical activity interventions on cognitive and academic performance in children and adolescents
A novel combination of a systematic review and recommendations from an expert panel
There is currently inconclusive evidence for the beneficial effects of PA interventions on cognitive and overall academic performance in children. We conclude that there is strong evidence for beneficial effects…
SMART MOVES!
Bewegen, cognitie en schoolprestaties
In januari 2014 is bij het VU medisch centrum (VUmc) in Amsterdam het onderzoeksproject ‘SMART MOVES!’ van start gegaan. SMART MOVES! is gefinancierd door NWO (Nederlandse Organisatie voor Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek)…
Physical activity in the school setting
Cognitive performance is not affected by three different types of acute exercise
Recent studies indicate that a single bout of physical exercise can have immediate positive effects on cognitive performance of children and adolescents. However, the type of exercise that affects cognitive…