The electrical signals rippling across the brain during and after physical activity offer a measurable window into how exercise reshapes mood. Researchers have spent decades recording ...

A single session of physical exercise can spawn a boost of neural activity in brain networks that underlie learning and memory, according to a new study led by the University of Iowa. The researchers ...

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

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 ...

It’s no secret that regular exercise benefits the body. But scientists say it may also improve your brain to the point where it appears younger. At least that’s the key takeaway from a recent study ...

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 ...

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 ...

New research reveals that pairing brain stimulation with daily exercise can curb cigarette cravings and inspire smokers to quit, offering fresh hope in the fight against nicotine addiction. Study: ...

A machine-learning model measures brain wave activity to calculate ‘brain age’ and relative dementia risk. April 8, 2026 - By Suzanne Leigh - A machine-learning analysis of brain waves recorded during ...