A brief bout of physical exercise can create "ripples" of activity in your brain that help you store and retrieve memories.

Decades of research has found that exercise is helpful for overall health and fitness, doing everything from lowering your risk of heart disease to helping you sleep better. According to a new study, ...

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.

For years, scientists knew exercise was good for the brain. Now they finally know why.

A brief period of exercise may do more for your brain than you expect. New research led by the University of Iowa shows that ...

Does workout timing boost focus? Maybe, but consistency is what really counts.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood and is marked not only by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, but also by ...

A daily dose of exercise is good for both mind and body, but how much is enough? To find out, researchers from the University of California, Irvine (UCI) examined more than 50 adults between the ages ...

It’s no secret exercise is good for your body—but what about your brain? Linda Overstreet-Wadiche, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Neurobiology and vice chair for Faculty Affairs and Development ...

Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may benefit from exercise that challenges both body and mind.

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