When we think about the gym we often think about training splits, e.g. cardio day, arm day, leg day, etc. But what about mental exercise?
Scientists are reporting the first compelling evidence in people that cognitive training can boost levels of a brain chemical that typically declines with age.
A 10-week study of people 65 or older found that doing rigorous mental exercises for 30 minutes a day increased levels of the chemical messenger acetylcholine by 2.3% in a brain area involved in attention and memory.
Want to learn more? Read the full article, part of NPR’s “Living Better” series, at https://www.npr.org/2025/10/22/nx-s1-5581409/mental-exercise-reverse-brain-change-aging-acetylcholine
Want to start your brain workout? Head over to https://www.brainhq.com/ and check out their free exercises!