While you might know that you need to exercise your body, did you know that it might also be important to exercise your mind? You've probably heard the old adage "use it or lose it." Many researchers ...

In a new study, people who followed a moderate-to-vigorous aerobic exercise routine for a year had a noticeable drop in brain age, while those who stuck to their usual fitness routine saw a slight ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Maaskot via Getty Images (Maaskot via Getty Images) Regular exercise during midlife makes brains functionally younger. That's the ...

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You’ve probably heard that exercise makes your brain work a little bit better, boosting your intelligence and memory. But how long do those effects last? And, most important this time of year when ...

It’s no secret that regular exercise benefits the body. But scientists say it may also improve your brain to the point where it appears younger. At least that’s the key takeaway from a recent study ...

A new study suggests a single exercise session can increase electrical “ripples” in parts of the brain that support memory and learning ability. The research recorded electrical activity directly from ...

Exercise provides incredible benefits for both short- and long-term brain health, according to Dr Tiana S. Woolridge, a sports medicine physician with the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City ...

As we age, many of us will notice that our memory isn't as sharp as it used to be. You may have trouble remembering where you left your keys or find it difficult to recall specific events. Still, ...

Common knowledge: Exercise is good for you. A little less common, but still pretty common: Exercise is good for your brain. Not very common knowledge but should be: The cascade of beneficial effects ...

It’s no secret exercise is good for your body—but what about your brain? Linda Overstreet-Wadiche, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Neurobiology and vice chair for Faculty Affairs and Development ...