There are many cognitive/brain health benefits for adults who participate in regular physical activity.

Pregnant women, those who use controlled substances, cancer patients and inmates are populations that are particularly vulnerable to mental health challenges. Physical activity can positively affect their condition.

Dr. Herzog discusses heart rate variability and how it can be a marker of both physical and psychological health.

Dr. Engberg discuss whether physical activity and digital media use has an effect on mental health in adolescents, or if it is the other way around.

Dr. Sherk highlights not-to-be-missed sessions that will be presented at the 2022 ACSM Annual Meeting in the topical area of immunology, genetics and endocrinology.