Exercise & Brain Health

BOOST YOUR BRAIN

Research has consistently shown that exercise can improve your cognitive function – things like learning, thinking, reasoning, remembering, problem solving, and decision making. Being active can also improve your memory and help to protect your brain against a range of conditions, including dementia.

Regular exercise reduces your risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease

Being active may help to improve your memory by up to 50%

Exercise can reduce brain shrinkage associated with age

RESOURCES

Alzheimer's + Dementia Factsheet

Alzheimer's + Dementia Factsheet

Learn how exercise can help dementia and Alzheimer’s disease

Expert Panel

Expert Panel

Monash University’s “BrainPark” experts explain why exercise is vital for brain health.

Parkinson's Disease Factsheet

Parkinson's Disease Factsheet

See how being active can help to manage symtoms of Parkinson’s disease

Blog: Exercise for Brain Health

Blog: Exercise for Brain Health

Monash University’s “BrainPark” researchers explain how exercise boosts your brain.

Chris’s Story

Chris was diagnosed with Parkinsons 9 years ago. Exercise helps his to control his tremor and has given him more confidence in his body. He also found his mental health improved exponentially when he started moving more.

Paul’s Story

Paul is almost 80 and recently started to experience some memory issues. He finds when he is in peak condition and training regularly, his memory is better, and he finds it easier to make decisions.

TALK WITH AN EXERCISE PROFESSIONAL

An Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) can help to get you moving for your brain health. They are also uniquely qualified to help those living with conditions like dementia to exercise safely and effectively.