Exercise And Brain Plasticity
Physical activity promotes brain plasticity, the brain’s ability to adapt and form new neural connections throughout life. This is especially important for recovery from a brain injury and counteracting the cognitive decline associated with aging.
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Despite ongoing research, the current evidence underscores the powerful role of physical activity in promoting brain health and cognitive function, emphasizing the importance of integrating regular exercise into our lifestyles.
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Exercise your mind
Our brains continue to change by forming new neural connections throughout our entire life.
The connections in the brain can be strengthened and renewed when we challenge our learning and stretch our thinking.
Neuroplasticity
- Also known as neural plasticity
- This is the capacity of the brain to change in response to experience and the environment.
- It changes the brain from updating the neuronal networks to the formation of new memories to larger structural adaptations.
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