One of the primary ways exercise benefits the brain is by increasing blood flow throughout the body. This enhanced ...

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 ...

Researchers found that just 10 minutes of stretching enhanced feelings of vigor and lowered feelings of anger, depression, ...

Regular physical activity reduces inflammation, lowers stress, improves sleep, and supports hormonal balance, all of which are essential for a healthy brain. You don’t need extreme workouts or ...

I often see people in my age group (I’m a Gen Xer) slow down and become more sedentary as the years roll by. Granted, some have health issues that impede their ability to exercise. However, for the ...

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, ...

Do you ever struggle to concentrate, feel mentally foggy, or forget simple tasks? I’m raising my hand! Our brains are constantly bombarded with information and demands, making it easy to feel ...

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

The human brain, our body’s most intricate organ, governs everything from vital functions to creative problem-solving. Recent studies have highlighted how targeted daily activities can significantly ...

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 a question hundreds, if not thousands, of people ask every morning as they prepare to leave the house. If this happens on occasion, maybe three times a year, this may not be anything to worry ...