Be Smart! "This is your brain on running!"

Research is showing a correlation between running and and a "'younger' more nimble brain". 

Running-

• Sparks the growth of fresh nerve cells- (doesn't normally happen in adulthood) and appears to 'rescue' brain cells that would otherwise die.
• Helps you get better at learning and storing new information and memories and can potentially stave off age related dementia.
• Makes decision-making, planning, organizing, juggling mental tasks easier!
• Helps increase and support memory
• Is as effective and in some instances better than SSRI drugs in treating depression.

"All forms of exercise generate more energy for the brain, but research indicates the more aerobically challenging the exercise, the greater the mental payoff."


This info is from the article "Strong Minded" in Runner's World November 2011 issue.