Acute effects of resistance exercise intensity and repetition at a predetermined volume on inhibitory control:a randomized controlled trial
This randomized controlled trial investigated the acute effects of resistance exercise (RE) intensity and repetition—under matched volume—on inhibitory control (IC). Seventy-eight young adults were assigned to moderate-intensity (60% 1RM, 3×10), low-intensity (30% 1RM, 3×20), or control (reading). Stroop Task performance revealed significantly better IC in both exercise groups (MI: p = .026; LI: p = .040) vs. control, with no difference between MI and LI. Blood lactate increased significantly post-exercise in both RE groups. Results indicate that RE enhances IC regardless of intensity when volume is controlled.
Mar 13, 2025
Cardiorespiratory fitness, independent of APOE genotype, is associated with better neurocognitive function in older adults:An ERP study
This study examined the relationship between cardiorespiratory fitness and neurocognitive function in older adults, independent of APOE genotype. The results suggest that better fitness is linked to faster cognitive processing and larger P3 amplitudes, highlighting the importance of maintaining physical fitness to support cognitive health in older age, regardless of genetic factors.
Jan 1, 2025
Acute effect of combined exercise with aerobic and resistance exercises on executive function
Objective: Recent studies indicate that acute exercise, whether aerobic exercise (AE) or resistance exercise (RE), improves cognitive function. However, the effects on cognitive function of combined exercise (CE), involving both AE and RE in an exercise session, remain unknown. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of acute CE on cognitive function. Design: Within-subject design with counterbalancing. Methods: Fifteen healthy men with a sedentary lifestyle in the previous three months were recruited. The participants were assessed for muscular fitness after performing four upper body exercises for a 10-repetition maximum and underwent a submaximal aerobic fitness assessment for V̇O2peak and corresponding workload (watts). They were then assigned to a CE, RE, or sitting control (SC) session in counterbalanced order and were assessed with the Stroop Color and Word Test (SCWT) after each session. Results: Acute CE led to a significantly shorter response time compared to SC (p < .05) in the SCWT, wherein there were no significant differences between acute CE and RE (p = 1.00). Additionally, no significant differences in the accuracy rate were observed across the different sessions (ps > .05). Conclusion: A single session of moderate-intensity CE improved response time in the SCWT, comparable to RE. CE shows promise for enhancing cognitive function, warranting further research on its benefits and other exercise modalities. Keywords: Combined Exercise; Executive Function; Inhibition Control; Interference effect; Stroop Color World Test.
Aug 21, 2023
Back Exercise:Stabilize, Mobilize, and Reduce Pain
Recent studies indicated that low back pain (LBP) might be more common among people who are not physically fit. Weak lower back, abdominal muscle, and core muscle may not properly support the spine. Especially those weekend warriors —people who go out and exercise a lot after being inactive all week—are more likely to suffer LBP than people who make moderate physical activity a daily habit. How to improve overall core strength ? This book might be the answer!
Mar 25, 2022
NSCA's Essential of Sport Science
It’s my honor to be one of translators for the remarkable exercise science book ***NSCA’s Essentials of Sport Science*** in traditional Chinese version. As we all know, the sport scientist’s role is central throughout, including knowledge of training theory, determining and evaluating key performance indicators, conducting athlete monitoring and assessments, and managing and disseminating complex performance information. In addition, the integration of scientific methodology and applied technical skills will guide sport scientists in drawing conclusions aimed at supporting or re-envisioning training methods, contributing towards competition strategy, and improving athletes’ overall readiness and performance. Due to those benefits mentioned above, as an exercise science and sport science professional, it's the indispensable book that you should have.
Mar 11, 2022
Science and Practice of Strength Training
It’s my honor to be one of translators for the remarkable exercise science book ***Science and Practice of Strength Training*** in traditional Chinese version. ***Science and Practice of Strength Training*** concludes all the advancing training methods and basic training methods of sport science. Most important of all, it provides comprehensive overview of strength training and exercise science. As an exercise science and sport science professional, it's the indispensable book that you should have.
Feb 28, 2022