Research into mice from UT Southwestern and other institutions shows brain cells help the body run farther and faster.

Exercise does more than strengthen muscles; it also rewires the brain. In a study publishing February 12 in the Cell Press journal Neuron, researchers reveal that the lasting gain in endurance from ...

The field of exercise physiology has traditionally focused on understanding the physiological responses and adaptations to physical activity, including ...

Health experts will wax lyrical about fitness' impressive physical impact, but its effect on the brain and subsequent benefits for cognitive function and mental health can't be overstated, either.

Exercise may be one of the most powerful ways to protect brain health. A new study suggests physical activity can help repair ...

As a psychologist working with both flight students and flight personnel, I’m often asked about ways to improve cognitive performance. Students generally want to perform as well as possible in ...