The life-changing ways exercise modifies your brain
Boosts Mood - Exercise increases the production of endorphins, often known as "feel-good" hormones.
Enhances Memory - Regular physical activity boosts the hippocampus size, the part of the brain involved in verbal memory and learning.
Improves Concentration - Exercise can help sharpen focus and lengthen attention spans by increasing the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain.
Reduces Stress - Working out can reduce levels of the body's stress hormones, such as adrenaline and cortisol.
Stimulates Brain Plasticity - By promoting the growth of new connections between cells in many important cortical areas of the brain.
Slows Cognitive Decline - Exercise slows down the age-related decline in brain function by boosting the chemicals.
Improves Sleep - Regular physical activity helps you fall asleep faster and deepens your sleep.
Increases Creativity - Aerobic exercises can boost creativity for up to two hours after exercising by enhancing the brain's ability to think divergently and convergently.
Reduces Anxiety - Regular exercise can reduce symptoms of anxiety. Physical activity helps by releasing feel-good endorphins and taking the mind off worries.