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 ...

A year of consistent exercise appears to rejuvenate the brain – but don’t ask scientists how yet In A Nutshell Adults who ...

Exercise doesn’t just challenge the body; it challenges how the brain interprets effort. Scientists discovered that vibrating tendons before cycling allowed people to push harder without feeling like ...

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 ...

Movement represents more than just physical exercise—it’s a neurological optimization strategy. Recent research from Penn State College of Medicine shines a light on how everyday activities can ...

New research suggests that exercise difficulty isn’t just about muscles or fitness, it’s about perception. By subtly altering ...

Want to give your brain a boost for tomorrow? Get in a little pulse-pounding exercise today, a new study shows. In a finding that suggests the benefits of exercise may linger longer than believed, ...

New research shows exercise is as effective as medication at reducing symptoms of depression. And you don't need to run a ...

Experts say that taking time to play can do more than just pass the time, it can boost brain function, reduce stress, and even bring families closer together. Something as simple as a daily crossword, ...

Regular exercise can ease depression as much as talk therapy and medication, a review finds — but it's not sufficient on its ...

These easy brain-based strategies help reduce stress and make daily life feel radically better, proving that real ...