Aerobic Exercise Increases Cortisol Awakening Response in Older Adults

[Nelson Vergel]

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A six-month aerobic exercise intervention was associated with increased morning Cortisol Awakening Response (CAR).

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A six-month aerobic exercise intervention was not associated with changes in daily area under the curve (AUCd).

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Increased CAR across a six-month aerobic exercise intervention was positively associated with a reduction in perceived stress.

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Changes in cortisol outcomes (CAR or AUCd) were not related to changes in cognition across a six-month aerobic exercise intervention after controlling for age and sex.

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