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Boosting Cognitive Function Through Fitness | Louisa Nicola

The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show

CHAPTER

The Impact of Exercise on Brain Health

This chapter examines the distinctions in myokine release and health outcomes between cardiovascular exercise and resistance training, particularly regarding brain health and cognitive performance. It outlines recent research showing how resistance training can lead to significant improvements in cognitive functions and brain structure, especially in older adults. The discussion emphasizes the importance of maintaining brain health through physical activity, with a focus on specific studies that reveal the relationship between exercise and cognitive decline.

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