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The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise on working memory performance and mental rotation ability. The participants included 34 inactive women with age range of 21 to 26 years of Mehriz city were selected purposely (Experimental Group=18, Control Group=16). Aerobic exercise was included a session running at 60%of maximum heart rate. To collect the data mental rotation test and software N-Back was used. Results of MANOVA showed that moderate-intensity aerobic exercise effect on working memory performance and mental rotation abilities (P≤0.05). In other words, moderate-intensity aerobic exercise may facilitate working memory and mental rotation ability. Actually, present study revealed the interaction and communication between cognitive and motor processes more than before.
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