Summary

You probably already know regular exercise is good for your heart and maintaining a healthy weight and strong muscles, but getting your heart racing can actually help to boost your thinking skills and brain health. There are plenty of good reasons to exercise, whether you want to lose weight, lower your blood pressure, or just feel better about yourself.In this episode, I speak with Dr. Michelle Voss Ph.D., Psychological, and Brain Sciences, The University of Iowa. We discuss:What is the effect of exercise on cognitive function?Brain-healthy diet vs. physical activity. Does one have an advantage over the other?What is the minimum exercise requirement to improve cognitive function?What does it mean when people say physical activity slows aging?Connect with Michelle:TwitterFacebookHealth, Brain, and Cognition LabSleep, Move, Stand ResearchConnect with Corey:https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreydlewis/**My City My Health Conference 2022**In Person: https://mycity.health/event/my-city-my-health-conference-in-person/#tribe-ticketsVirtual: https://mycity.health/event/my-city-my-health-conference-2022/#tribe-ticketsAdvertising inquiries: Advertise@thehealthyproject.coSupport the show