Exercise increases blood flow and oxygen to the brain, supporting memory and thinking. Strength training may enhance cognitive performance and slow brain degeneration. Aim for 30-45 minutes of ...

A study finds that people who did one specific form of brain training in the 1990s were less likely to be diagnosed with ...

The work reveals that the brain — in mice and, presumably, in humans — is actively involved in the development of endurance, the ability to get better at a physical activity with repeated practice, ...

According to the World Health Organization, nearly 1 in 6 people worldwide are living with a neurological disorder. In the U.S. alone, approximately 5.8 million people have Alzheimer's disease, and 1 ...

It’s not just good for your heart—this exercise boosts brain health, too. Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT Physical therapists recommend aerobic exercise to boost brain health.

Medically reviewed by Elizabeth Barnes, RDN Key Takeaways Adults who did regular aerobic exercise for a year had brains that ...

Share on Pinterest Brain boost from exercise and deep sleep lasts through the next day, recent research shows. Image credit: BONNINSTUDIO/Stocksy. Regular exercise is good for brain health. Past ...

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 ...

A new study shows people with good physical fitness in midlife had bigger brains 20 years later compared with their peers.

There’s been a lot of chatter over the last few years on how to keep your brain sharp as you age. While plenty of people rely on things like puzzles or brain-training apps, new research suggests the ...