Independent and joint associations of a body shape index and cardiorespiratory fitness with executive function in adolescents: a cross-sectional study in China

Key Points

• Executive function improves with higher cardiorespiratory fitness levels in adolescents, suggesting a direct benefit.
• The study finds significant independent and joint associations between ABSI and fitness with executive function.
• Cross-sectional analysis of Chinese adolescents shows that managing ABSI may enhance cognitive abilities.
• Improving cardiorespiratory fitness could support better executive function, indicating a potential area for intervention.