New research shows that increasing physical activity between ages 45 and 65 may reduce dementia risk and strengthen ...

Higher levels of muscle mass and less visceral fat are linked to younger brains, according to a new study. It’s another sign ...

Exercise doesn’t just challenge the body; it challenges how the brain interprets effort. Scientists discovered that vibrating tendons before cycling allowed people to push harder without feeling like ...

For most of us, everyday life is characterized by a lack of movement. But those long hours sitting at a desk, commuting by ...

Out of five types of exercise, resistance training ranks highest in improving overall brain health. An expert on aging shares ...

Want to give your brain a boost for tomorrow? Get in a little pulse-pounding exercise today, a new study shows. In a finding that suggests the benefits of exercise may linger longer than believed, ...

Scientists are reporting the first compelling evidence in people that cognitive training can boost levels of a brain chemical that typically declines with age. A 10-week study of people 65 or older ...

Research shows that people who exercise regularly tend to perform better on attention, memory and executive functioning tests ...

As we age, staying active helps us stay healthier for longer and protects against chronic disease. We can also exercise our brains to prevent age-related mental decline with activities like reading ...