Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance 9th Edition by Scott Powers, Edward Howley

Exercise 12

Briefly describe the positive benefits of exercise on brain function.

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Apart from providing overall health benefits, regular exercise has positive effects on brain function also. Along with mental stimulation, regular exercise is shown to be the intervention that promotes good brain health. The positive effects of exercise on brain are more conspicuous during the old age. Those who exercise regularly from their youth are less prone to depression and memory loss, and have good memory and learning skills.