Optwell's Mindful Movement class combines physical exercise with mental challenges to strengthen neural connections and promote brain health, as research suggests that challenging the brain and body ...

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 ...

A new study suggests that improving your fitness may do far more than reshape your body — it could dramatically amplify how ...

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 ...

Strengthening leg muscles can help prevent or delay cognitive decline, as evidenced by research showing that ...

The human brain is constantly adapting. Every skill learned and every habit formed reshapes neural pathways, strengthening connections and improving efficiency. This process, known as neuroplasticity, ...

Zone 2 cardio workouts have gotten a lot of love lately. The second least-intense type of cardio on a scale of 1 to 5, zone 2 involves raising your heart rate only a bit—to 60 or 70% of your max. It ...

Exercise may be training your brain just as much as your body. Researchers discovered that certain brain cells stay highly ...

A long-term study found that brain health can improve throughout life with consistent daily habits, cognitive training, and personalized support, regardless of age.

But a growing body of research is challenging that assumption, suggesting the brain may remain far more adaptable throughout adulthood than scientists once believed. New research adds compelling ...

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 ...