Exercise can tone and improve most parts of your body, but what does exercise do to your brain? And does it help your mental ...

New brain cells grow in adults through exercise. Studies show specific activities like dual-task walking, resistance training ...

As we age, keeping our bodies active helps us stay healthier for longer and protects against chronic disease. We can also exercise our brains to prevent age-related mental decline with activities like ...

A brain exercise a day might keep you current—it might even revive your brain chemistry. In a landmark clinical trial led by ...

A new study shows that cognitive training can increase the levels of a key chemical messenger in the brain responsible for decision-making.

A recent study by biomedical engineers highlights the benefits of combining physical and cognitive exercises for aging adults.

Exergaming involves technology that requires physical activity and has possible cognitive benefits. One recent study found that serious exergaming may positively impact gray matter and white matter in ...

Playing certain brain-training games may boost production of a neurotransmitter responsible for attention and focus, according to a small clinical trial.

This groundbreaking program harnesses neuroplasticity by combining the clinical strengths of counseling with the brain-enhancing power of exercise, offering a science-backed, holistic path to ...

While women’s reaction times and accuracy peak during ovulation, physical activity level plays a far greater role in cognitive performance.

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