The Impact of Physical Activity on the Quality of Human Mind Work and Cognitive Processes

Introduction:Cognitive processes occurring in the nervous system are associated with the acquisition, processing of information from the environment, as well as their use for a specific purpose.The quality and speed of this process will determine the interaction with the environment, and consequently the accuracy of the response to stimuli. Aim:The aim of the work is to assess the available data in the literature on the effect of physical exercise on mind work and cognitive control. Material and methods:Analysis of the available literature on the subject, compilation of results and formulation of conclusions on the subject.Results: Physical activity has a beneficial effect on the volume of selected parts of the brain and the presence of substances in the blood such as BDNF and IGF proteins, which has a positive effect on the quality of cognitive processes occurring in the central nervous system.Conclusions: Systematically undertaken physical activity can be a means of supporting the quality of the central nervous system, including cognitive control.Studies show that movement increases the volume of selected parts of the brain and has a beneficial effect on the content of BDNF and IGF proteins in the blood.Participants subjected to experiments related to undertaking physical activity showed greater effectiveness in solving tests requiring mental engagement and cognitive control, which indicates the beneficial effect of physical activity on cognitive control.