It sharpens focus, too.

Looking for a simple trick to boost your memory that doesn't involve puzzles, supplements, or hours of studying? According to new research, engaging in light exercise might be one of the easiest and ...

As a neurobiologist trained in brain physiology, a fitness enthusiast and a mom, I spend hours at the local pool during the summer. It’s not unusual to see children gleefully splashing and swimming ...

If you want to get your body in shape, doing squats every day isn't going to be enough. You need a well-rounded approach that involves full-body strength-training, cardio, and changes in the kitchen.

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Working out can be a great way to protect your brain ...

Simple daily brain exercises can enhance concentration, memory, creativity, and emotional balance, while improving problem-solving skills, reducing stress, and sharpening overall cognitive abilities.

Linda Overstreet-Wadiche, Ph.D., a professor in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurobiology, says studies show that exercise can significantly improve many aspects of brain ...

When it comes to keeping your brain sharp and agile for years to come, some of the most powerful strategies are surprisingly unconventional. Exciting new studies suggest that a handful of unexpected ...

A single 30-minute session of moderate exercise on a stationary bicycle increases activation in the circuits of the brain that are associated with semantic memory retrieval — including the hippocampus ...

The brain seeks novelty. Passive tasks can lead to skill decline. Challenging the brain with new learning, like a new ...

Did you know physical exercises boost children’s memory power? Science claims that body movement and brain function are deeply linked, especially in kids whose brains are still developing. Here are ...