Effects of Karate Training Versus Mindfulness Training on Emotional Well-Being and Cognitive Performance in Later Life

@article{Jansen2017EffectsOK,
  title={Effects of Karate Training Versus Mindfulness Training on Emotional Well-Being and Cognitive Performance in Later Life},
  author={Petra Jansen and Katharina Dahmen-Zimmer and Brigitte M Kudielka and Anja Schulz},
  journal={Research on Aging},
  year={2017},
  volume={39},
  pages={1118 - 1144}
}
In a randomized controlled trial, we investigated the effects of karate versus a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) intervention on well-being and cognitive functioning in older adults. Fifty-five adults (52–81 years old) participated in twice-weekly karate versus MBSR sessions or no training for 8 weeks. In pre- and postassessments, subjective well-being, health, cognitive functioning, and chronic stress were measured. Preassessment hair cortisol served as physiological stress marker… 
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