Your Brain on Exercise

Guest: Author and podcaster Caroline Foran 

Guests:Dr Alan DesmondAuthor and podcaster Caroline Foran 

Guest: Dr Alan Desmond 

Movement and brain health.  

What is the connection between physical exercise and your mental well-being. You’ve heard me say, as your body moves, your brain grooves. That’s because when you engage in physical activity, remarkable things happen inside your brain. Exercise doesn’t just impact your physical he ... Show More

In this episode, I discuss how different forms of exercise impact brain health and performance in both the short and long term. I explain how many of the positive effects of exercise on brain function occur through the action of specific neurochemicals that increase alertness. I ... Show More

What's the most transformative thing that you can do for your brain today? Exercise! says neuroscientist Wendy Suzuki. Get inspired to go to the gym as Suzuki discusses the science of how working out boosts your mood and memory -- and protects your brain against neurodegenerative ... Show More

<p dir="ltr">A healthier heart equals a healthier brain — no surprise there — but what's the neuroscience behind the benefits of a cardio workout?</p> <p dir="ltr">Cardiovascular exercise, be it a brisk stroll, a light jog, or an intense interval training session, releases neurot ... Show More

Can physical exercise boost your brain power and focus? You’ve heard me say, as your body moves, the brain grooves. That’s because the primary reason you have a brain is to control the movement in your body. And as you move, your brain creates brain-derived neurotropic factors, w ... Show More

The mind plays a large role in fitness, exercise, and sports—almost as large as our cardiovascular system, strength, speed, and power. Get-Fit Guy interviews neuroscientist Dr. Bob Schafer to learn how habits and mindfulness can improve our training. Plus, which is more important ... Show More

This week we’re looking at the practical advise on how to maximise, nurture and sustain your brain health with Professor James Goodwin, a leading expert on brain health. From managing stress levels to why meditation and yoga make your brain glow, the impact of intermittent fastin ... Show More

Does exercising helps improve your mental health?