Exercise May Improve Thinking Skills in People as Young as 20
Exercise May Improve Thinking Skills in People as Young as 20 Regular aerobic exercise such as walking, cycling or climbing stairs may improve thinking skills not only in older people but in young people as well, according to a study published in the online issue of Neurology. The study also found that the positive effect may increase as people age. The specific set of skills that improved with exercise is called executive function. Executive function is a person’s ability to regulate their own behavior, pay attention, organize and achieve goals. “As people age, there can be a decline in thinking...
