June 2022

Neurodegenerative disorders are associated with reduced levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). The results of a meta-analysis have recently been published (Ruiz-Gonzalez et al, 2021; Neurosci Biobehav 1-jun; doi: 10.1016/j.neubiorev.2021.05.025) which aimed to evaluate the effect of exercise interventions on plasma BDNF levels in people with neurodegenerative disorders.

Researchers from the University of Granada UGR point out that women have a much more efficient thermoregulatory system than men in response to food. The study, published in the journal Clinical Nutrition, involved 104 men and women, whose skin temperature was measured before and after eating. In a room

Under the original title of 'The force-velocity profile as determinant of spike and serve ball speed in top-level male volleyball players', and achieving a great international repercussion, a novel research has been made public that will contribute a lot to volleyball. Being a sport modality extremely specific in its physical preparation, the results obtained offer

The assertion that women have had a lower presence than men in scientific research is not new. We have evidence that women have been clearly underrepresented in experimental sciences, engineering and medicine, among other fields of knowledge. A study by the University of Almeria now demonstrates that

UGR researchers conducted the most comprehensive systematic review to date on this topic, analyzing 18 scientific articles The results show a positive association between physical activity and aerobic capacity on microbial diversity and composition, while exercise interventions appear to positively influence microbial composition

From the research network on "Active aging, exercise and health /HEALTHY-AGE" we want to show our gratitude to the journal Science, Culture and Sport (CCD) for accepting for publication the work developed by a group of our researchers. Already in CCD: https://ccd.ucam.edu/index.php/revista/article/view/1743 Healthy-Age multidomain intervention program. Recommendations for healthy aging: by the Healthy-Age Network.

Physical exercise, through as yet unknown molecular mechanisms, is capable of improving human cardiometabolic health. Our intestine is inhabited by trillions of bacteria that form the intestinal flora. Different studies have shown that these small cohabitants that exist in our intestine are capable of influencing our metabolic health, since

Sleep quality, Mediterranean diet and cardiorespiratory endurance influence academic performance and cognition during adolescence. A new study conducted in Spain reveals new effects of regular physical activity and the adoption of a healthy lifestyle on physical and cognitive health in adolescents.

Researchers at the University of Almeria have conducted a rigorous study to examine the association of the mechanical variables of vertical and horizontal force-velocity profile and acceleration with change of direction ability in various sports. A total of fifty-four male athletes volunteered to participate in this study.