A Single Bout of Intense Exercise Might Exert Positive Effects for Two WeeksA new study reveals that brain activity changes continuously and is influenced by factors like sleep and exercise over time.
When working out, males are programmed to burn more fat, while females recycle it--at least in ratsVigorous exercise burns fat more in males than in females, but the benefits of exercise are broad for everyone.
How Exercise Strengthens Your BrainExercise can spur the growth of new brain cells in mature mice, leading to potential benefits for neurodegenerative diseases.Physical activity offers short-term boosts in cognition by increasing the release of neurotransmitters in the brain.
Weightlifting at retirement age keeps legs strong years later, study findsLifting heavy weights three times a week around retirement age can preserve leg strength long-term.