Effects of Physical Exercise and Cognitive Training on Quality of Life in Older Women

Effects of Cognitive Training and Exercise on Cognitive Function in Older Women: the INCOGNITO Randomized Clinical Trial

Ageing exposes people to a progressive loss of cognitive and functional abilities, especially in women. The aim of the study is to investigate the effectiveness of different types of intervention, based on physical exercise and/or cognitive stimulation or training, on quality of life, cognition and mobility, on a population of older women.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Female
• Age ≥ 60 years
• Provision of the informed consent form

Exclusion Criteria:

• Absolute contraindications to physical exercise (e.g. Nyha class iv heart failure, unstable angina, etc.)
• Pregnancy
• Severe cognitive impairment, defined as a MoCa score ≤ 12
• Severe visual impairment or blindness