Tag: exercise

Study suggests exergaming may help those at risk of Alzheimer’s or related dementias

From the Union College press release: Older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), often a precursor to Alzheimer’s, showed significant improvement with certain complex thinking and memory skills after exergaming,… Read more »

Study suggests higher aerobic fitness levels linked to better word production skills in healthy older adults

From the University of Birmingham press release: Healthy older people who exercise regularly are less inclined to struggle to find words to express themselves, research led by the University of… Read more »

Study suggests stopping exercise can increase symptoms of depression

From the University of Adelaide press release: Stopping exercise can result in increased depressive symptoms, according to new mental health research from the University of Adelaide. PhD student Julie Morgan… Read more »

Study suggests running helps brain stave off effects of chronic stress

From the Brigham Young University press release: Most people agree that getting a little exercise helps when dealing with stress. A new BYU study discovers exercise — particularly running —… Read more »