Here’s what a neurologist had to say about a recent study.

Exercise increases blood flow and oxygen to the brain, supporting memory and thinking. Strength training may enhance cognitive performance and slow brain degeneration. Aim for 30-45 minutes of ...

It sharpens focus, too.

Consistent exercise boosts blood flow among other mind-body benefits.

Decades of research has found that exercise is helpful for overall health and fitness, doing everything from lowering your risk of heart disease to helping you sleep better. According to a new study, ...

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

A year-long program of regular aerobic exercise can result in a biologically "younger" brain, according to new research ...

The benefits of exercise are limited, disappear if discontinued, and should be an adjunct to talk or drug therapy.

Some 22% of adults 65 and older are believed to have trouble with their memory and thinking, also known as mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Individuals with MCI can perform most everyday activities ...

You’ve probably heard it before: the brain is a muscle that can be strengthened. It’s an assumption that has spawned a multimillion-dollar computer-game industry of electronic brainteasers and memory ...