Declining brain function is a natural part of the aging process, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be delayed. A new study has found that physical activity can boost brain function for up to 24 hours and ...

Data sources Cochrane Central, PsycINFO, Embase, Medline and CINAHL. Eligibility criteria Peer-reviewed, randomised controlled trials, in English (1990–present), which examined the effects of exercise ...

Exercise is known to greatly benefit the overall health of older adults. But a new study of nearly 600 seniors has found that neither exercise nor mindfulness improved cognitive function. Exercise ...

Duchenne muscular dystrophy causes progressive muscle degeneration and weakness, but physical exercise should still be part of a comprehensive treatment strategy. Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is ...

Adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise – such as brisk walking – each week, or at least 75 minutes ...

In modern society, physical inactivity and sedentary behavior have become common issues globally. This trend is also growing ...

Decades of exercise research data support the common view that steady workouts over the long haul produce not only physical benefits but also improved brain function. But what about single bursts of ...

What eye blinking has to to do the link between fitness and brain function. Scientists have been trying to find the exact mechanism behind the boost in brain function exercise gives us for a while. It ...

We've all heard it time and time again from friends, family, medical professionals and lifestyle influencers — regular exercise is crucial for overall well-being. And yet, according to the Centers for ...

What’s the best type of exercise for lowering knee pain and improving daily function for those with knee osteoarthritis?