Seniors who want to stay sharp as they age should exercise as often as possible: A new study shows that better cardio fitness in older age is linked to healthier brain aging. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News
Seniors who want to stay sharp as they age should hit the treadmill, elliptical or exercise bike as often as possible. A new study shows that better cardio fitness in older age is linked to healthier brain aging. Advertisement
That sort of fitness preserves brain health as people age even if they carry genetic risk factors that make them vulnerable to Alzheimer’s disease, researchers reported Tuesday in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
Staying fit helps seniors to keep brain sharp
