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

For Day 3, we’re asking you to spend at least 20 minutes exercising for your brain. Go for a walk with your accountability ...

Sleep hygiene refers to habits that support good-quality sleep. These include allowing enough time for sleep, keeping your ...

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

If you want to get your body in shape, doing squats every day isn't going to be enough. You need a well-rounded approach that involves full-body strength-training, cardio, and changes in the kitchen.

Why exercise feels effortless for some but exhausting for others may depend as much on the brain as the muscles. New research suggests that subtly altering sensory signals from the body can change how ...

Charles Hillman has known for a long time that exercise has a positive impact on the brain. This effect has been demonstrated by the Northeastern University psychology professor and others in varied ...

Strength training can protect and slow brain aging. More muscle mass and less abdominal fat correlate with brain health. Weight-loss drugs may reduce fat but risk muscle loss. For a younger, healthier ...

If you need another reason to visit the gym this winter, a new study of almost 1,200 healthy, middle-aged men and women found that those with more muscle mass tended to have younger brains than those ...

Brain exercises let you practice specific cognitive skills that exercise memory, attention span, logic, and fast thinking. These activities can range from puzzles and video games to board games and ...