If you want to get your body in shape, doing squats every day isn't going to be enough. You need a well-rounded approach that involves full-body strength-training, cardio, and changes in the kitchen.

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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...

Medically reviewed by Smita Patel, DO Key Takeaways Practicing brain stretching exercises helps keep your mind flexible and ...

A sharper, more resilient mind starts here. Monday Test Your Knowledge Tuesday MIND Your Diet Wednesday Try a New Workout Thursday Play a Game Today, you’re going to do perhaps the single best thing ...

A study suggests that 20 minutes of moderate cycling increases brain activity in the hippocampus, a region critical for learning and memory. This increased hippocampal activity may support memory ...

As a neurologist, neuroscientist, and professor, I have been asked the same question thousands of times by people of all ages: “Can I really improve my memory now—and keep my mind sharp as I get older ...

The human brain does not automatically go into a steady decline as we age. A variety of new studies have found that simple lifestyle choices can help to keep your mind sharp throughout a lifespan. A ...

When children play, it’s more than just laughter and fun, something beautiful is happening inside the brain. Neurons light up, memory muscles stretch, and attention spans expand gently, one playful ...