The brain is made up of distinct regions, each responsible for different functions. Keeping these areas healthy is essential ...

There is a strong link between regular physical exercise and good brain health, according to one study. Researchers found ...

New research shows that increasing physical activity between ages 45 and 65 may reduce dementia risk and strengthen ...

Out of five types of exercise, resistance training ranks highest in improving overall brain health. An expert on aging shares ...

The human brain is much more flexible than we ever thought. New studies have begun to suggest that, even in adulthood, the ...

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 ...

Linda Overstreet-Wadiche, Ph.D., a professor in the University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Neurobiology, says studies show that exercise can significantly improve many aspects of brain ...

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 ...

Just light exercise—10 or 20 minutes of walking a day—can be enough to take the edge off. The Centers for Disease Control and ...

You lace up your sneakers, hit the pavement for a run, or grab those weights for strength training, thinking mostly about how your muscles will respond. The burn, the pump, the eventual definition or ...

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

EDITOR’S NOTE: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if you experience pain. The health benefits of a good night’s sleep have long been touted by researchers ...