Pump Up Your Brain with Exercise

Brain Beat

Dr. Wendy Suzuki, a celebrated international authority on neuroplasticity and award-winning professor of neuroscience and psychology at New York University joins the podcast today. Dr. Suzuki has been named one of the top ten women changing the way we see the world by Good Housekeeping and her Ted Talk has received over 55 million views. She is also the author of Good Anxiety and Healthy Brain Happy Life.

Dr. Suzuki contends that the topic of exercise and its effects on the brain is an important one, as it has been shown to have numerous benefits for both physical and mental health. In this episode, she will be discussing the ways in which exercise can improve brain function and overall well-being. She will also delve into the science supporting her beliefs in this area and offer her valuable advice regarding exercise regimens. The information and recommendations that Dr. Suzuki parts here today are particularly relevant as many people may be seeking ways to improve their brain health during the pandemic, when opportunities for physical activity may be limited. It truly is a no-brainer that you owe it to yourself to exercise your right to listen in to today’s fascinating and potentially life changing episode.

The Finer Details of This Episode:

• How Dr. Suzuki became interested in neuroscience
• The numerous benefits exercise has for the brain
• The hippocampus
• Neurotrophic factors and the impact of exercise upon them
• The benefits of high-intensity interval training (HIIT)
• Finding an exercise routine that is enjoyable and sustainable
• The potential impact of exercise upon managing stress, anxiety, and sleep quality

Quotes:

"Exercise has been shown to be one of the most powerful interventions for brain health."

"The hippocampus is a key brain region that is affected by exercise and it's involved in memory and learning."

"Exercise has been shown to increase the production of neurotrophic factors, which support the survival and growth of neurons."

"High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has been shown to be particularly effective for improving brain function and overall health."

"It is important to find an exercise routine that is enjoyable and sustainable in order to maximize the benefits for the brain."

"Exercise can be a useful tool for managing stress and anxiety, and it can also improve sleep quality."

Links:

National Academy of Neuropsychology Foundation website

Wendy Suzuki