International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development
2025, Vol. 8, Issue 11, Part C
Impact of physical activity on cognition and interpersonal intelligence
Brij Kishore Singh, Dr. UV Kiran and Rishi Dikshit
Context: Cognitive functions encompass a range of processes, including perception, attention, action, memory, problem-solving, concept creation, categorization, and generalization. However, errors in these processes are known as cognitive failures. Interpersonal intelligence, which includes the capability to understand others, is closely connected to cognitive functions as it requires accurate perception and interpretation of social cues. Incidental physical activity, such as unstructured daily movements during work and leisure, and physical exercise, which includes structured routines aimed at enhancing fitness, can impact cognitive processes and interpersonal intelligence.
Aim: This study examines the impact of physical activity on cognition and interpersonal intelligence.
Settings and Design: A sample of 331 adults from urban and rural areas of Lucknow was selected using convenience random sampling techniques, of which 165 were male and 166 were female.
Materials and Methods: Tools were a self-made socio-demographic questionnaire for respondents' profiles, the Cognitive Assessment Questionnaire by Broadbent et al. (1982), and the Interpersonal Intelligence Questionnaire by Neeta & Sameer (2021).
Results: The results show significant negative correlations between interpersonal intelligence and cognitive failure. Physical activity is negatively correlated with cognitive failure and interpersonal intelligence. Rural respondents indicated a higher level of distraction, forgetfulness, and false-triggering. Respondents from urban areas generally had higher interpersonal intelligence. Female respondents exhibit better interpersonal intelligence.
Conclusions: The findings underscore the importance of integrating physical activity into daily routines for cognitive wellness. Higher interpersonal intelligence and regular physical activity reduce cognitive failures. Gender and the living area influence cognitive outcomes, highlighting the need for strategies to enhance cognitive well-being.
Brij Kishore Singh, Dr. UV Kiran, Rishi Dikshit. Impact of physical activity on cognition and interpersonal intelligence. Int J Agric Extension Social Dev 2025;8(11):236-241. DOI: 10.33545/26180723.2025.v8.i11c.2642
