What if the key to sharper memory, better concentration, even a lower risk of dementia, lay as close as getting your body up and moving? Science suggests it might. A landmark study published in the ...
Regular exercise is widely praised for strengthening the body, but mounting scientific evidence shows it may be just as powerful for the brain. From improving blood flow to stimulating the growth of ...
The brain is more mechanically connected to the body than previously appreciated, scientists reported today (April 27) in Nature Neuroscience. Through a study using mice and simulations, the team ...
It’s no secret that regular exercise benefits the body. But scientists say it may also improve your brain to the point where it appears younger. At least that’s the key takeaway from a recent study ...
Many people who go through chemotherapy notice changes in how their brain works. They may find it harder to focus, forget ...
The relationship between physical activity and cognitive function has taken on new dimensions, with emerging research revealing that even minimal movement can produce substantial improvements in ...
Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) or "cardiofitness" helps us live longer, healthier lives. It's also linked to better brain health and sharper thinking as we age. Mountains of science-backed evidence ...
I’ve been writing about the brain benefits of physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness for over a decade. Every week, it seems there is new research that helps us better understand why exercise ...
It’s no secret that regular exercise benefits the body. But scientists say it may also improve your brain to the point where it appears younger. At least that’s the key takeaway from a recent study ...
Runners adding a brain priming exercise to a warmup could hit a new personal best, after University of Birmingham academics ...
It’s no secret exercise is good for your body—but what about your brain? Linda Overstreet-Wadiche, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Neurobiology and vice chair for Faculty Affairs and Development ...
This study suggests exercise can mitigate cancer-related cognitive impairment, but combining it with ibuprofen offers no ...