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Sleep and related disorders Psychology Environmental health

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The effects of physical activity on cortisol and sleep: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Len De Nys, Kerry Anderson, Esther Frema Ofosu, Gemma C. Ryde, Jenni Connelly, Anna C. Whittaker
Psychoneuroendocrinology Summary & key facts 2022 227 citations

This review combined results from 10 intervention studies to see if physical activity programs change cortisol (a stress hormone) and sleep in adults. The pooled results found lower cortisol after activity programs and some improvement in sleep quality. The authors say the evidence is moderate for cortisol and low for…

Circadian rhythm and melatonin Physical Activity and Health Sleep and related disorders
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