Research from the University of Birmingham highlights that retired individuals who regularly engage in physical exercise demonstrate superior cognitive and physical performance compared to their sedentary counterparts. A study involving sedentary men aged 65-79 illustrated lower performance levels in cognitive and physical tests, significantly affected by mental fatigue. Conversely, active retirees aged 66-72 showed better performance under both mentally rested and fatigued states. The findings underscore the substantial benefits of exercise for older adults in maintaining brain health and resilience against fatigue-related decline.
Retired adults who exercise regularly have shown enhanced cognitive and physical performance, particularly against the effects of mental fatigue, compared to sedentary counterparts.
The findings indicate that regular physical activity is crucial for older adults to combat cognitive decline and maintain performance in daily tasks.
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