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

Brain breaks—short bursts of movement or music—can reset kids’ focus, improve mood, and enhance learning. From silly dances to guided stretches, these moments help children regulate emotions, process ...

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 ...

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

If you want to get your body in shape, doing squats every day isn't going to be enough. You need a well-rounded approach that involves full-body strength-training, cardio, and changes in the kitchen.

If you have a child in school right now, you may have heard them talk about needing a “brain break” while doing homework or studying for a test. Maybe they shake their bodies out, do some deep ...

After a grueling spring semester, summer break is a well-deserved period of rest and relaxation for college students ...

It’s no secret exercise is good for your body—but what about your brain? Linda Overstreet-Wadiche, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Neurobiology and vice chair for Faculty Affairs and Development ...

Exercise is one of the most powerful levers you can pull to reduce your risk of dementia. “I think people don’t realise how ...

The connection between physical movement and brain function has emerged as one of neuroscience’s most significant discoveries. The human brain, despite representing only 2% of body weight, consumes ...