New research suggests that not all brain-training exercises are created equal. One specific type of cognitive workout may ...

A fascinating new study shows moving your body helps wring out your brain like a dirty sponge, keeping it clean and ...

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 ...

Compared to light activity, six minutes of vigorous exercise produces 5 times more BDNF, the protein that supports brain ...

You might’ve heard that doing the daily crossword puzzle is good for your brain. It certainly is a nice way to keep your mind busy. But the truth is, crosswords may only help strengthen a particular ...

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 ...

Keeping your brain healthy requires a holistic approach, says neurologist and longevity expert Dr. David Dodick. Here are his ...

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 ...

Share on Pinterest Exercise gives the brain a boost, and may help protect against cognitive decline, but why? Image credit: NICK VEASEY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY/Getty Images. Exercise can stimulate brain ...

Dr. Bryant Stamford discusses how walking is a brain exercise. Dr. Bryant Stamford, professor of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology at Hanover College, discusses how walking is a brain exercise.

A new study reveals how the way your brain behaves after exercise may be linked to improved workout results. Here is how the mechanism behind this operates and how it could affect fitness enthusiasts.