Healthy Cognitive Aging Through Movement: A Practical Approach of Light-Intensity Aerobic Dance for Older Adults.

Kazuki Hyodo, Hideaki Soya

Journal: Advances in neurobiology 2025;44():389-403

PMID: 41004111

Abstract

Cognitive decline is a natural part of aging, though its progression varies significantly among individuals. There is a great deal of evidence showing that exercise is one of the most promising lifestyle factors that can both improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of dementia by causing molecular, cellular, structural, and functional changes. In this chapter, based on observational studies and intervention studies, we will briefly outline the effects of physical activity and exercise on cognitive function in older adults, focusing on the potential of light-intensity dance as a practical and enjoyable exercise that many older adults can do.

Address: Physical Fitness Research Institute, Meiji Yasuda Life Foundation of Health and Welfare, Tokyo, Japan. [email protected].; Laboratory of Exercise Biochemistry and Neuroendocrinology, Institute of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan.; Sport Neuroscience Division, Kokoro Division, Advanced Research Initiative for Human High Performance (ARIHHP), Institute of Health and Sport Sciences, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan.; Center for Cybernics Research, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan.

DOI: 10.1007/978-981-95-0066-6_21

MeSH Terms: Humans, Cognitive Aging, Dancing, Exercise, Aged, Cognition, Dance Therapy, Aging, Healthy Aging