According to Reyzelman, there is also a link between brain health and increased levels of inflammation and stress. Regular exercise has been shown to help reduce both inflammation and the production ...

COLUMBIA, Mo. -- We know exercise is good for our body, but what about our brains? A new study from the University of Missouri suggests that exercise plays a crucial role in keeping our minds sharp, ...

Even on days when you're lagging in energy, exercise can give your brain a boost. That's according to researchers at the University of Missouri (Mizzou), who made a specific discovery about physical ...

Scientists are learning how muscles in motion can improve cognition and shield against diseases like Alzheimer's, paving the ...

Regular exercise significantly boosts brain health by increasing blood flow and a key protein, BDNF, which aids in learning, memory, and neuroplasticity. This protein is crucial for protecting brain ...

Share on Pinterest Staying physically active may help the brain age better, new research indicates. Chalit Saphaphak/Stocksy Past studies show there are a number of ways in which people can help ...

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 finds that a certain workout plan may make you less impulsive. Experts explain how it works and what the ...

Before you think about your answer, let me clarify: I’m specifically asking what self-care is—not how do you take care of yourself? It’s amazing that an entire industry has built up around ...

Editor’s Note: This story is a part of Peak, The Athletic’s desk covering leadership, personal development and success through the lens of sports. Follow Peak here. For most of his adult life, Bruce ...