Physical activity lower in women, yet it prevents cognitive decline

Older women (and men) generally have too little physical activity, but has that always been the case? According to two studies presented at the recent UK Society for Behavioural Medicine conference, beginning as girls, women are less physically active than men. Once they reach age 70 years or older, women are more likely to be less active than men and have lower levels of physical function. Another study shed light on the important role of physical activity in maintaining cognitive function.