Objective.

Physical Exercise (PE) is related to cerebral structures and cognitive functioning. Nevertheless, PE indicators of frequency, duration, intensity and neuropsychological processes are unknown. The goal was to study the relationship and the possible differences between executive functions (EF) and PE indicators (frequency, duration and time PE is being practiced).

Method.

We selected an intentional sample of thirty physically active subjects, paired by sex (Age mean = 22.9, SD = 8.5). We used the whole assessment of Executive Functions and Frontal Lobes Battery (BANFE).

Results.

Neuropsychological performance was related to the PE frequency in tasks that assess inhibitory control, monitoring of limits and rules, visual-spatial working memory and predicting in reversal and progressive order actions. The duration and time of training showed relationship with planning and inhibition control. The participants who exercise more than six times a week showed a better performance and less number of inhibition control mistakes. Neuropsychological performance dependent on indicators and type of PE are not distinguished.

Conclusion.

The hypothesis is confirmed. There is a relationship between PE and neuropsychological processes with possible scientific, educational and clinical implications.

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