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 ...

There’s a woman at my gym who walks on the treadmill in an unconventional manner. She treads backwards; sometimes quickly, sometimes slowly while reading a magazine ...

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 ...

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The connection between physical movement and brain function has emerged as one of neuroscience’s most significant discoveries. The human brain, despite representing only 2% of body weight, consumes ...

Dr. Majid Fotuhi is a neurologist and professor who teaches about neuroplasticity. He recommends spending 20-30 minutes a day doing brain exercises.

Health experts will wax lyrical about fitness' impressive physical impact, but its effect on the brain and subsequent benefits for cognitive function and mental health can't be overstated, either.

Research is increasingly showing that one of the best ways to boost memory, focus and brain health is exercise ...

While their top advice stood out, they also pointed to a handful of other daily decisions that make a difference over time.

In the application of his particular form of physical therapy, psychiatrist and author Norman Doidge (2015) wrote of the Feldenkrais Method: “Feldenkrais said he wanted not flexible bodies but ...