The relationship between physical activity and mental health has long been recognized; however, it has only been in recent decades that cognitive ...

For the first time in more than a decade, the American Academy of Pediatrics put out new guidance about recess, saying it’s ...

Rock climbing is a full-body exercise. And at Funtopia in north suburban Glenview, adults and kids alike are finding fun with ...

These three activities allow early elementary students to play while also creating a sense of calm they carry back into ...

Teachers and parents are turning to brain breaks—short, mindful activities that blend movement, creativity, and calm—to help kids reset and refocus. From yoga-inspired stretches to sensory play and ...

Brain breaks aren’t just fun distractions—they’re powerful tools to help students reset, refocus, and re-energize. From quick movement games to mindful breathing, these short activities can transform ...

The Ability Fitness Center at The Arc of Loudoun gym facility supports people who have experienced brain injuries and similar ...

You could try scheduling your revision in hour-long blocks: 45 minutes of work followed by 10-15 minutes of physical activity ...

Parkinson’s affects movement, with over 1.1 million Americans diagnosed; men face higher risk. Exercise, especially aerobic and high-intensity, preserves mobility and protects dopamine-producing ...

Losing strength with age doesn’t always appear in obvious ways. In fact, it might surprise you to learn the decline isn’t something noticed just by lifting weights. Sarcopenia, the loss of muscle, can ...

When you think about ways to stay mentally sharp as you age, putting your hands in soil probably isn’t one of the first strategies to come to mind. But as it turns out, gardening may actually be ...

It’s not just how much time you spend sitting, but what you’re doing while sitting that may affect your health. Watching television and other “mentally passive” sedentary behaviors are linked to a ...