Topic Editors

Faculty of Physical Education, University Centre UDF, 704/904 Seps Eq 702/902, Brasília 70390-045, Brazil
Department of Sport Science, Faculty of Health Science, European University of the Canary Islands, University Campus of La Orotava, 38800 Villa de La Orotava, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

Exercise and Human Aging: Physiological and Psychological Functions

Abstract submission deadline
20 July 2026
Manuscript submission deadline
20 September 2026
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Dear Colleagues,

Aging is a normal physiological process, accompanied by physical and psychological changes. Decline in physical function generally includes muscle loss, cardiovascular function, and weakened immune capacity. Psychologically, aging is accompanied by cognitive decline, susceptibility to depression, and weakened emotional regulation ability. A growing number of studies have shown that exercise may play a key role in alleviating these aging-related changes and improve quality of life in the elderly. Exercise, especially strength training, has been shown to be very effective in combating sarcopenia. For example, resistance training using dumbbells or elastic bands can stimulate muscle protein synthesis, thereby increasing muscle quantity and quality. In this topic, we welcome the submission of cross-sectional studies, longitudinal studies, randomized controlled trials, narrative and systematic reviews, and related analyses of the direct or potential effects of exercise on physical and psychological function in aging.

Dr. Samuel Da Silva Aguiar
Dr. Ismael Perez-Suarez
Topic Editors

Keywords

  • exercise
  • aging
  • mitochondrial dynamics
  • VO2 max
  • oxidative stress
  • sarcopenia
  • cognitive impairment
  • neuroplasticity
  • depression
  • bone density
  • metabolism
  • inflammatory response
  • social interaction
  • health related quality of life
  • morbidity

Participating Journals

Journal Name Impact Factor CiteScore Launched Year First Decision (median) APC
Geriatrics
geriatrics
2.1 3.3 2016 23.9 Days CHF 1800 Submit
International Journal of Molecular Sciences
ijms
4.9 8.1 2000 16.8 Days CHF 2900 Submit
Life
life
3.2 4.3 2011 17.8 Days CHF 2600 Submit
Sports
sports
2.2 4.1 2013 19.1 Days CHF 1800 Submit
Neurology International
neurolint
3.2 3.7 2009 26.5 Days CHF 1600 Submit
Obesities
obesities
- - 2021 14.3 Days CHF 1000 Submit

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