A wealth of research supports the finding that regular exercise is linked to brain health, and some studies suggest that aerobic exercise can even improve memory. However, much of this research has been conducted on animals, not humans. Until recently, less was known about what precisely occurs in the human brain to trigger this process. […]

The fact that “self-care” is the most searched term on Google indicates that many of us are on the hunt for new relaxation techniques. We need methods that are quick, effective, inexpensive, and can be done at home. ASMR videos check all those boxes, but it might be the one thing you haven’t tried, or maybe even heard of.  […]

Is exercising outdoors better for our sleep habits than exercising inside? If we do get outside and get moving, does the time of day affect how well we will sleep that night? We know that there is no substitute for natural sunlight. Research shows that our internal clocks simply do not respond to electric lights the same way we take cues from the sun. For this reason, a group of researchers sought out to determine how the combination of exercise and time spent outdoors could benefit and/or influence our sleep cycles. […]

Are you an early bird? A night owl? Or somewhere in between? Everyone is different, but new research shows that your natural daily rhythm could impact how much physical activity you get. […]

There is an abundance of research demonstrating that a sedentary lifestyle has a negative impact on our overall health. Prolonged periods of sitting increase the risk of developing type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal disorders, and even some cancers. However, less is known about how a sedentary lifestyle affects our psychological well being, cognition in particular. The negative consequences of sitting at a desk all day should be carefully considered, especially now, as many employees continue to work from home. […]