Exercise made 40-year-olds' brains look younger in 12 months, but the biological mystery remains: fitness gains didn't ...

New science and research reveal how daily physical exercise can create a positive impact on your brain function, mood, and overall mental health. “Exercise” has become a dreaded word to many. It ...

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 ...

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

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 ...

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 ...

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

Forget about crosswords as your only solution. While mental challenges are good, Dr. Linker explains that certain types of exercise have a much deeper impact on our brain health. As we age, our brain ...

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

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 ...

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 ...