Nothing got his brain firing like a game of chess. Dubai-based Kartik Gawande recalls weekends spent watching his father immersed in the game for hours. “It didn’t matter if the match dragged on for ...

New research suggests your next workout isn’t just building muscle, it’s rewiring your brain for better memory. Researchers have long looked into the relationship between exercise and the hippocampus, ...

What’s good for your heart is good for your brain. Just as physical activity helps keep our bodies fit and strong as we age, it also helps maintain our cognitive function – and is even linked with ...

Exercise is known to improve many aspects of cognitive function, and new research is finding that even a brief session can positively impact the brain area related to memory. A study published in ...

Researchers from The University of Queensland examined 194 adults aged 65 - 85 with no signs of cognitive decline. Participants were assigned to a low-intensity, moderate-intensity, or HIIT workout ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The cost of gym memberships and the hassle of commuting can make staying fit feel like a chore. It's a common discussion on ...

A new study (Cardenas et al., 2026) suggests that just 20 minutes of moderate cardio may trigger brain activity tied to learning and memory. Researchers found that a single cycling session sparked ...

Mental exercises, including memory games, may help boost brain health by creating new brain cells and connections. Brain exercises are important throughout life, and perhaps even more so in older ...

A brief period of exercise may do more for your brain than you expect. New research led by the University of Iowa shows that even a single workout can rapidly shift how your brain processes memory.