In this article, Dr. Williams comments on improved sleep with increased exercise
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Medical News Today had the chance to speak with Vernon Williams, MD, sports neurologist and founding director of the Center for Sports Neurology and Pain Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics in Los Angeles, about this study.
“We know that impaired sleep reduces physical performance and cognitive performance,” Williams, who was not involved in the research, explained. “We have evidence that improved sleep predictably improves physical and cognitive performance.“
“It is pleasantly surprising to see additional evidence that there is a bidirectional relationship such that physical activity/exercise also improves sleep. There have been previous publications supporting this and it’s great to see additional evidence,” he noted.
“Moreover, we are rapidly acquiring more information and evidence regarding the benefits of resistance exercise,” Williams continued.
“I frequently speak with my middle-aged and elderly patients about the importance of combating sarcopenia and the critical importance of preventing falls, as well as the protective aspects of lean muscle mass during health crises. This further supports the importance of resistance training in addition to cardio, as well as balance and flexibility training,” the expert shared.
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