Increasing physical fitness leads to a larger release of BDNF and better prefrontal cortex activity after a single session of exercise.

A new study shows that improving your cardiovascular endurance changes your neural chemistry. Fitter individuals release ...

It's universally accepted that the benefits of exercise go well beyond fitness, from reducing the risk of disease to improving sleep and enhancing mood. Physical activity gives cognitive function a ...

The connection between physical movement and brain function has emerged as one of neuroscience’s most significant discoveries. The human brain, despite representing only 2% of body weight, consumes ...

Increasing our level of physical fitness leads to a bigger release of brain-boosting proteins following one session of exercise, finds a new study led by a UCL researcher. The study, published in ...

Many people know that exercise is good for the body. It can strengthen the heart, improve muscle health, and help control weight. However, scientists are also learning that physical activity may be ...

Increasing our level of physical fitness leads to a bigger release of brain-boosting proteins following one session of exercise, a new study led by a UCL researcher has found.

Want to supercharge your brain? Start exercising today! Higher fitness levels trigger a bigger release of brain-boosting proteins after each workout.