New research reveals a compelling link between physical activity and improved memory function. Findings published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity indicate ...

A randomized controlled trial conducted on elderly individuals shows that an improvement in physical fitness and cognition can be achieved by increasing daily physical activity to a certain level. The ...

Breast cancer survivors, who often report memory problems, benefit psychologically from moderate and vigorous physical activity, which subsequently improves their memory, according to a new study ...

Studies in neuroscience have shed light on the profound impact that walking has on our brains. Far from being a mere physical activity, walking engages multiple brain regions and triggers a cascade of ...

Simon Cooper receives funding from the Waterloo Foundation, Rosetrees Trust, Stoneygate Trust and Education Endowment Foundation. There were 45,000 fewer hours of physical education (PE) delivered in ...