Research into mice from UT Southwestern and other institutions shows brain cells help the body run farther and faster.

New research pinpoints a key decade when physical activity may dramatically reduce dementia risk. Could your current routine ...

New research suggests that the fitter you become, the more powerful each workout is for your brain—not just your body.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. I tend to feel more focused and productive after a nice workout session, even if it’s on the shorter side. Research highlights how ...

Is endurance all in your head? A new study reveals that VMH neurons in the brain direct the body to boost physical stamina.

Your brain health and physical fitness may seem like totally different areas of wellness, but new research suggests they’re more closely linked than you’d think. The Journal of Sport and Health ...

Physical exercise may help reduce inflammation in MS by changing immune activity, a study in mice and patients suggests.

Aerobic fitness has been linked to brain health in seniors, yet studies across adulthood are scarce. Our data show that the ...

Exercise has a well known association with the maintenance of healthy cognition in aging, but the exact, biological reasons behind that link are not fully understood. Researchers have now gained some ...

Can exercise replace ADHD medication? A new study reveals that integrated cognitive-motor exercise significantly improves inhibitory control and working memory in children aged 6–10.

Last month, I began a series of posts focusing on recent scientific research that supports the philosophical claims in my latest book, Why We Dance: A Philosophy of Bodily Becoming. In turn, I am ...