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A Smarter Idea: Combining Mental & Physical Exercise

Walking for one hour a few times a week can increase the size of brain regions responsible for attention and memory. There’s also a strong correlation between high lifetime amounts of physical activity and better cognitive skills later in life. Giving New Brain Cells Something to Do It’s generally accepted that a limited number of… Read More »

Exercise Protects Your Brain

Want to keep your brain from shrinking as you age? Several studies point to moderate physical exercise (3-5 times per week) as a key factor for a healthy brain at any age. The benefits of exercise for cognitive health come in two forms: cardiovascular benefits for the brain, and increased production of brain derived neurotrophic… Read More »