Motor-Cognitive Training , Cognitive Performance and Balance

"Participants assigned to the intervention group participated in a structured motor-cognitive training program in addition to their regular physical education (PE) classes. The training was designed to integrate physical movement with cognitive engagement in a game-based format, suitable for the preschool age group.~The program was conducted twice weekly for eight weeks, with each session lasting approximately 25-30 minutes. Activities progressed in complexity over time, incorporating elements of motor planning, executive functioning, and balance control. Sessions consisted of:~Warm-up phase: Light aerobic activities such as jogging, dynamic stretching, and coordination drills (e.g., knee pulls, toe walking).~Main training phase:~Activities targeting core cognitive-motor domains:~Running drills (forward, backward, lateral)~Jumping and landing mechanics~Ball handling and coordination tasks (e.g., passing, tennis ball exercises)~Balance and proprioceptive challenges (e.g., walking"

Participants in the control group continued with their regularly scheduled physical education (PE) classes as mandated by the school curriculum. They did not receive any additional motor-cognitive or structured exercise training. Furthermore, they were instructed not to engage in any external physical activity programs outside of the regular PE sessions throughout the study duration. This restriction was monitored to ensure group consistency.