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, ...

The short-term boost our brains get after we do exercise persists throughout the following day, suggests a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers. Previous research in a ...

Sharpen your focus without feeling like homework. These nine brain games blend fun with real mental benefits—boosting memory, ...

For decades people have been reiterating the benefits of exercise. Looking for ways to feel better in your own skin and have more energy? Just exercise. Hoping to add years to your life? Move your ...

A brisk walk, dancing, or climbing a few flights of stairs can improve memory for up to 24 hours, a new study suggests. Exercise boosts blood flow to the brain and stimulates the release of ...

4. Playing memory card games Memory card games test a person’s short-term memory and ability to remember patterns. They are a simple and fun way to engage the brain and activate areas related to ...

Rather than holding information in specific areas of the brain, our memories are represented by the connections between neurons, called synapses. According to a recent study from the Salk Institute in ...