???? How Exercise Boosts Your Brain’s Ability to Learn ??
We all know exercise is good for us—stronger heart, better muscles, a revved-up metabolism, and yeah, it even makes your food taste better. But here’s the kicker: exercise is like a turbo boost for your brain’s ability to learn and adapt.
?? One of the most amazing (and often overlooked) benefits of exercise is its ability to supercharge your brain’s neuroplasticity. That’s just a fancy way of saying your brain’s ability to rewire itself and learn new things—whether it’s mastering a new skill or solving that tricky puzzle of life.
? And here’s the cool part: studies show that you learn and remember things better in the hours after you exercise. Most of the evidence points to cardio, but resistance training is showing up strong too. (Just a heads-up: if you totally wipe yourself out in the gym, don’t expect to be a genius right after. Balance is key!)
?? So here’s the deal: if you’re not already mixing up cardio and strength training each week, it’s time to start. Aim for 2-4 days of each, depending on your goals and how fast you recover.
?? But don’t forget: exercise is the key that unlocks your brain’s potential, but you still have to do the work to learn new things. Think of it as your brain’s power hour—a window of time where your capacity to learn is on fire. So, get moving and give your brain the boost it needs to take on the world.
?? Not sure where to start? I’m offering the first person who DMs me a chance to have two health discovery calls with me. Let’s kickstart your journey to a healthier mind and body together!
?? Lisa xox