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 ...

Staying mentally sharp isn’t just about puzzles and sleep—the right kind of physical exercise can significantly boost brain ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

Strong leg muscles do not just keep you upright and mobile. They actively protect your brain, sharpen your thinking, and may ...

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

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...