The simple workout that can boost your brain health
How to boost your brain health – with one simple workout
- Just five minutes of moderate exercise, such as brisk walking, has been shown to improve cognitive ability.
- Regular walking can significantly reduce the risk of dementia and slow cognitive decline, particularly in older adults at risk of Alzheimer's disease.
- Research indicates that walking between 3,000 and 7,000 steps daily can delay cognitive decline by three to seven years.
- Walking enhances brain function by producing proteins that grow new nerve cells and strengthening connections between different brain regions.
- Even unconventional methods like walking backward or visualising it can boost brain activity related to problem-solving and memory.