Effects of exercise on electroencephalography-recorded neural oscillations: a systematic review

Hosang, Leticia; Mouchlianitis, Elias; Guérin, Ségolène M. R.; Karageorghis, Costas I.

doi:10.1080/1750984x.2022.2103841

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“…Resting EEG brain activity can be measured shortly before and after an exercise intervention, which offers a noninvasive, reliable method to study temporary changes in electrocortical activity [ 78 , 79 ]. Although strength exercise is assumed to induce task-related brain activity [ 80 ] and is recognized for its demand on focus and concentration [ 81 , 82 ], increasing arousal and motivation [ 83 ], neurotransmitter release, and blood flow [ 84 ], potentially altering associated brain wave patterns, most studies examining the acute effect of exercise on electric brain activity most often focus on endurance-based exercise [ 42 ]. A recent systematic review by Hosang et al [ 42 ] reported that out of the 47 included studies, only two [ 85 , 86 ] evaluated brain activity responses (pre- vs. post-exercise) to strengthbased single joint exercises, while the remaining studies focused on cycling and running.…”

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“…Although strength exercise is assumed to induce task-related brain activity [ 80 ] and is recognized for its demand on focus and concentration [ 81 , 82 ], increasing arousal and motivation [ 83 ], neurotransmitter release, and blood flow [ 84 ], potentially altering associated brain wave patterns, most studies examining the acute effect of exercise on electric brain activity most often focus on endurance-based exercise [ 42 ]. A recent systematic review by Hosang et al [ 42 ] reported that out of the 47 included studies, only two [ 85 , 86 ] evaluated brain activity responses (pre- vs. post-exercise) to strengthbased single joint exercises, while the remaining studies focused on cycling and running. Gwin and Ferrsis [ 85 ] compared the coherence between contralateral motor cortex EEG signals and lower-limb EMG in the beta and gamma bands during isometric vs. isotonic knee or ankle joint movements.…”

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“…Additionally, Olympic weightlifting exercises, acknowledged as the most intense and demanding strength exercises, are among the few exercises with high DGF that involve the entire body musculature by activating complete muscle chains [ 41 ]. It is worth noting that the majority of neurophysiological studies have concentrated on endurance-based sports, leaving a notable gap in our understanding regarding brain activity responses to strength-based exercises [ 42 ], such as weightlifting (e.g., snatch, clean and jerk). These exercises present an excellent opportunity to empirically investigate motor learning related assumptions discussed above, using reliable neurophysiological measurements.…”

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Unveiling the acute neurophysiological responses to strength training: an exploratory study on novices performing weightlifting bouts with different motor learning models

Ammar,

Boujelbane,

Simak

et al. 2024

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Currently, there is limited evidence regarding various neurophysiological responses to strength exercise and the influence of the adopted practice schedule. This study aimed to assess the acute systemic effects of snatch training bouts, employing different motor learning models, on skill efficiency, electric brain activity (EEG), heart rate variability (HRV), and perceived exertion as well as mental demand in novices. In a within-subject design, sixteen highly active males (mean age: 23.13 ± 2.09 years) randomly performed snatch learning bouts consisting of 36 trials using repetitive learning (RL), contextual interference (blocked, CIb; and serial, CIs), and differential learning (DL) models. Spontaneous resting EEG and HRV activities were recorded at PRE and POST training bouts while measuring heart rate. Perceived exertion and mental demand were assessed immediately after, and barbell kinematics were recorded during three power snatch trials performed following the POST measurement. The results showed increases in alpha, beta, and gamma frequencies from pre- to post-training bouts in the majority of the tested brain regions (p values ranging from < 0.0001 to 0.02). The CIb model exhibited increased frequencies in more regions. Resting time domain HRV parameters were altered following the snatch bouts, with increased HR (p < 0.001) and decreased RR interval (p < 0.001), SDNN, and RMSSD (p values ranging from < 0.0001 to 0.02). DL showed more pronounced pulse-related changes (p = 0.01). Significant changes in HRV frequency domain parameters were observed, with a significant increase in LFn (p = 0.03) and a decrease in HFn (p = 0.001) registered only in the DL model. Elevated HR zones (> HR zone 3) were more dominant in the DL model during the snatch bouts (effect size = 0.5). Similarly, the DL model tended to exhibit higher perceived physical (effect size = 0.5) and mental exertions (effect size = 0.6). Despite the highest psycho-physiological response, the DL group showed one of the fewest significant EEG changes. There was no significant advantage of one learning model over the other in terms of technical efficiency. These findings offer preliminary support for the acute neurophysiological benefits of coordination-strength-based exercise in novices, particularly when employing a DL model. The advantages of combining EEG and HRV measurements for comprehensive monitoring and understanding of potential adaptations are also highlighted. However, further studies encompassing a broader range of coordination-strength-based exercises are warranted to corroborate these observations.

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Unveiling the acute neurophysiological responses to strength training: an exploratory study on novices performing weightlifting bouts with different motor learning models

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Boujelbane,

Simak

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“…Although the mechanisms of the widespread increase in beta oscillations after cessation of intense visual stimulation is beyond the scope of the present work, we can cautiously offer an explanation. The increase in ongoing highfrequency alpha and/or beta power in the ventromedial prefrontal cortex has been previously observed after vigorous physical activity (Hosang, Mouchlianitis, Guérin, & Karageorghis, 2022) and linked to the enhanced blood level of serotonin (5-HT) (Fumoto et al, 2010). The 5-HT is known to attenuate the brain excitatory state induced by physiological arousal due to its inhibitory effect on cortical neuronal activity through 5-HT1A receptors, which are abundant in the ventromedial prefrontal cortex (Celada, Puig, & Artigas, 2013).…”

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Changes in high-frequency aperiodic 1/f slope and periodic activity reflect post-stimulus functional inhibition in the visual cortex

Manyukhina,

Prokofyev,

Obukhova

et al. 2023

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It has been shown that cessation of intensive sensory stimulation is associated with a transient increase in functional inhibition in the sensory cortical areas. However, the electrophysiological correlates of this post-stimulus inhibition in the human brain have not been properly investigated.To investigate post-stimulus inhibition, we recorded magnetoencephalogram (MEG) at rest and after cessation of visual stimulation of varying intensity (high-contrast gratings drifting at a slow, medium, or high rate) in 25 healthy women aged 18-40 years. We analyzed condition-and intensity-related changes in MEG parameters sensitive to functional inhibition: periodic alpha-beta power, peak alpha frequency (PAF), and 1/f aperiodic slope. We also investigated the association of these parameters with sensory sensitivity and avoidance assessed by a questionnaire. To evaluate the influence of hormonal status on the studied parameters, participants were examined twice, during the follicular and luteal phases of the menstrual cycle (MC).Regardless of MC phase, increasing intensity of the preceding visual stimulation resulted in increased posterior post-stimulus alpha-beta power, PAF, and a more negative/steeper aperiodic (1/f) slope of the power spectrum in the 35-45 Hz range. Compared to rest, the post-stimulus period was characterized by higher PAF, a steeper 35-45 Hz 1/f slope in posterior cortical areas, and a widespread increase in beta power. While condition-and intensity-dependent changes in alpha-beta power and 1/f slope were correlated, changes in PAF did not correlate with either of them. Greater intensity-dependent increase in visual alpha-beta power predicted higher subjective sensory sensitivity/avoidance, suggesting stronger regulatory top-down modulation of visual cortex in individuals with heightened sensitivity.Our results show that several MEG parameters concordantly indicate a post-stimulus enhancement of inhibition that is proportional to the intensity of the preceding visual stimulation. While post-stimulus changes in alpha-beta power and 1/f slope may share some common mechanisms, changes in PAF reflect a distinct aspect of inhibitory regulation. Our results inform potential inhibition-based biomarkers for clinical and translational research.

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“…According to Hosang et al ( 2022 ), highly integrated and small-sized equipment ensures the quality of EEG signal collection during exercise. The level of integration of the current treatment devices is relatively low, requiring patients to go for regular exercise sessions under the supervision of a trained therapist in medical institutions like rehabilitation center.…”

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Exercise therapy of mild cognitive impairment: EEG could enhance efficiency

Wan,

Zhang,

Liu

et al. 2024

Front. Aging Neurosci.

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Effects of exercise on electroencephalography-recorded neural oscillations: a systematic review

Cited by 15 publications

References 124 publications

Unveiling the acute neurophysiological responses to strength training: an exploratory study on novices performing weightlifting bouts with different motor learning models

Unveiling the acute neurophysiological responses to strength training: an exploratory study on novices performing weightlifting bouts with different motor learning models

Changes in high-frequency aperiodic 1/f slope and periodic activity reflect post-stimulus functional inhibition in the visual cortex

Exercise therapy of mild cognitive impairment: EEG could enhance efficiency

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