Search for: [Abstract = "Problems in the field of functional and physical fitness are serious health limitations in the elderly. The results of the research conducted so far indicate the coexistence of dysfunctions in the field of physical and functional fitness with cognitive functioning. However, there is little data in the literature documenting the relationship between global cognitive functioning or individual domains and physical and functional fitness. Purpose of research\: The study was aimed at assessing the relationship between the level of physical and functional fitness and cognitive functioning in older people without dementia. Methodology\: The analysis was done on group of 800 individuals aged 60 years and more. The average age of the respondents was 69.3 years, and 71% of the study group were women. All subjects were screened for cognitive functioning using the Mini Mental State Examination \(MMSE\) and subjects who scored at least 24 points were enrolled into the study. Demographic data concerning diseases was obtained on the basis of an interview and medical documentation. The cognitive function was then assessed with the Addenbrooke's Cognitive Examination\-III \(ACE\-III\) test. The following were used to assess the individual domains of physical fitness\: \"timed up and go\" test \(TUG\), the 6\-minute walk test \(6MWT\), Short Physical Performance Battery \(SPPB\), hand grip stre"]

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