Physical Activity, Fitness, Cognitive Function, and Academic Achievement in Children

This systematic review (1) examined the evidence linking physical activity (PA) to cognition and academic performance in elementary school children. Specifically, in reviewing the literature, we sought to answer the following two questions: 1) Among children age 5–13 yr, do PA and physical fitness influence brain structure, brain function, cognition, and learning? 2) Among children age 5–13 yr, do PA, physical education, and sports programs...