Staying mentally sharp isn’t just about puzzles and sleep—the right kind of physical exercise can significantly boost brain ...

Brain-training exercises can improve your cognitive skills, including working memory, verbal memory, and global functioning. Challenging yourself with new activities can also improve brain functioning ...

A new study has discovered that physical activity and cognitive training can improve levels of life satisfaction and mood for adults with Down's syndrome. Published in the International Journal of ...

The human brain is much more flexible than we ever thought. New studies have begun to suggest that, even in adulthood, the ...

Decades of research has found that exercise is helpful for overall health and fitness, doing everything from lowering your risk of heart disease to helping you sleep better. According to a new study, ...

Engaging in two or more types of exercise compared to just one can delay cognitive decline in older adults, according to a new report. This meta-analysis, published Sunday in Frontiers in Aging ...

Share on Pinterest Brain boost from exercise and deep sleep lasts through the next day, recent research shows. Image credit: BONNINSTUDIO/Stocksy. Regular exercise is good for brain health. Past ...

The National Senior Games, a 50+ Olympic-style biennial event, kick off July 24 in Des Moines, Iowa, with Humana on board as presenting sponsor for the 10 th straight year. This year, the health ...

A growing body of research indicates that older adults in assisted living facilities can delay or even prevent cognitive decline through interventions that combine multiple activities, such as ...

Physical activity at any age is crucial and can reduce the risk of different illnesses and chronic diseases. As people grow older, an active lifestyle becomes increasingly more important. No matter ...