Document Type
Presentation
Abstract
Introduction. Research shows that rhythmic exercise changes in serotonin, epinephrine, norepinephrine and acetylcholine levels all affect cortical arousal and cognitive function (Potter & Keele, 2005). There are many reasons why the brain is affected during exercise. Some of these include: increased glucose, oxygen and nutrient levels to the brain. Exercise has been shown to enhance cognitive function in both short and long term memory. However, when the body is put under a large amount of physical stress, less oxygen is left in the brain due to the fact that the muscles require more of that oxygen and glucose. Does this affect cognitive function? Purpose. The purpose of this study was to determine if an exercise test to maximal exhaustion would be better at improving cognitive function in active male students than sitting with no intervention.
Disciplines
Kinesiology | Life Sciences
Publication Date
12-1-2013
License
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Recommended Citation
Alvarez, Kimberly, "PHYSICAL STRESS ON THE BODY USING A VO2 MAX TEST AND ITS EFFECTS ON SHORT-TERM MEMORY IN MALE STUDENTS" (2013). Kinesiology Student Research. 38.
https://mavmatrix.uta.edu/kinesiology_studentwork/38