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We often hear about the importance of physical exercise for long-term health, but mental exercise matters too.

If the idea of going to the gym makes you moan and groan, you’re not alone. Let’s be honest: It’s called working out for a reason. Though incredibly good for you, exercise doesn’t always feel so good.

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 ...

In recent years, scientific research has unveiled fascinating insights into why some individuals naturally enjoy physical activity, while others find it a struggle. Neuroscience breakthroughs have ...

While many people might forget things in their daily lives and think little of it, it can be easy to overlook the overall health of our mind and body, until it's too late. It is believed that more ...

It’s an early Wednesday morning, and I’m about to work out — my noggin. I’m at a “gym for the brain” in Malibu, readying for a group fitness class. It features a targeted aerobic exercise, performed ...

New research suggests damaged brains may repair themselves, plus simple ways to stay mentally sharp and connected.

Starting aerobic exercise just two months after a stroke is safe and may help protect thinking skills, according to new research. The study provides fresh hope for stroke survivors that they can ...

A study released this week offers more clues that help to explain why aerobic exercise is like 'Miracle-Gro' for the brain. Exercise has the power to increase cognitive functions and reduce your risk ...