Effectiveness of Archery Training on Attention and Cognitive Function: An Electroencephalography (EEG) Study

This study investigates the impact of a six-week archery training intervention on cognitive function, utilising electroencephalography (EEG) signals for neural activity assessment. Twenty participants were divided into experimental (n = 10) and control (n = 10) groups. The experimental group underwent archery training, while the control group received no training. This research aims to address the need for shooting sports interventions to enhance cognitive abilities through archery training. Pre- and post-intervention assessments included cognitive tasks (Stroop effect, choice reaction time), with continuous EEG recording during cognitive task performance. Statistical analysis, utilising repeated measures ANOVA, identified significant differences between pre- and post-tests. Findings revealed increased alpha power (9–12 Hz) in the frontal and parietal regions during the Stroop effect task and choice reaction time in the experimental group compared to baseline. Moreover, notable improvements in reaction times for both cognitive tasks were observed. These results provide robust evidence for the influence of archery training on neural dynamics affecting attention and cognitive performance. The study underscores the potential of archery training to enhance cognitive abilities, addressing the imperative for effective strategies in cognitive enhancement.