Exercise works on your body and brain to reduce depression — Here’s the science

Researchers reviewed numerous studies to understand how exercise reduces depression, from endorphins to stress hormones. Here ...

I’m a neurologist — 6 easy ways to boost your brain over the holidays, especially if you’re lonely

Consistent lifestyle adjustments are powerful for improving brain health and potentially slowing cognitive decline.

Brain rewiring through exercise may help Parkinson’s patients, Cleveland research shows

The joint study used deep brain stimulation devices to measure how 12 exercise sessions created new neural pathways in ...
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A Single Weightlifting Session Can Sharpen Focus and Working Memory for Up to an Hour

Brief strength training may boost focus and working memory, hinting at the mind–muscle connection. A brief session of ...
The Macomb Daily

Here’s how much you need to exercise to feel a little bit better

When people think about physical activity, many picture intense, sweat-filled runs or gym workouts, “but really, physical ...
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Your get-started guide to using BrainHQ’s brain exercises

Now that you’ve signed up for BrainHQ, congratulations! You’re one step closer to sharpening major parts of your brain, including your memory, attention span, brain speed, and more. But like any gym ...

The ‘key windows’ when exercise may matter most for brain health

High physical activity in midlife and late life is linked with a significantly lower risk for dementia, a new study has found.

10 simple workouts to make your brain sharper every single day

Regular brain workouts can boost memory, focus, and cognitive function at any age. Simple activities like chess, puzzles, ...
Psychology Today

Daydream to Reboot Your Brain

I feel guilty. I am exhausted and I feel guilty taking a siesta. But I am getting over myself—sometimes. Taking a break isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity for building new neural pathways. The brain ...