In this episode, learn about the effects of exercise on brain structure, how exercise improves cognitive function, whether exercise can help prevent Dementia and neurodegenerative diseases and much, much more... Art Kramer is a Professor Psychology and the Director of the Centre for Cognitive and Brain Health at Northeastern University. He is one the most highly-cited researchers in the exercise-cognition space, publishing prolifically over the past 40+ years. Chapters 0:00 Show Intro 3:05 Art’s Research Career 4:40 Can Exercise Improve Cognition? 10:10 Best Type of Exercise for Cognitive Improvements 16:20 Structural Changes in the Brain 22:35 Exercise and Dementia 31:55 The Future of Exercise Research Show Notes "Fitness effects on the cognitive function of older adults: a meta-analytic study—revisited" by Kramer & Colcombe (2018) "Be smart, exercise your heart: exercise effects on brain and cognition" by Hillman et al. (2008) "Aerobic exercise effects on cognitive and neural plasticity in older adults" by Erickson & Kramer (2009) "The influence of aerobic fitness on cerebral white matter integrity and cognitive function in older adults: Results of a one‐year exercise intervention" by Voss et al. (2013) "Exercise is medicine, for the body and the brain" by Nagamatsu et al. (2014) "Role of brain structure in predicting adherence to a physical activity regimen" by Gujral et al. (2018) "Brain structure and function predict adherence to an exercise intervention in older adults" by Morris et al. (2022) "Brain structure, cardiorespiratory fitness, and executive control changes after a 9-week exercise intervention in young adults: A randomized controlled trial" by Zhu et al. (2021)

Learn about the neuromodulators that affect our brain when we exercise, the effects of exercise on cognitive function, how to use exercise to enhance learning and memory, and much much more... Terry McMorris is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Chichester and a Visiting Professor at the University of Portsmouth. He has published prolifically in the area of Exercise Neuroscience for several decades. Chapters 0:00 Show Intro 3:23 Acute Exercise and Cognition 18:48 Interoception Model 30:43 How Exercise Helps Memory 45:23 Exercise Helps Cognitive as we Age Show Notes "Exercise-Cognition Interaction: Neuroscience Perspectives" by McMorris "Reappraisal of the acute, moderate intensity exercise-catecholamines interaction effect on speed of cognition: Role of the vagal/NTS afferent pathway" by McMorris et al. (2016) "A test of the catecholamines hypothesis for an acute exercise-cognition interaction" by McMorris et al. (2008) "Developing the catecholamines hypothesis for the acute exercise-cognition interaction in humans: Lessons from animal studies" by McMorris et al. (2016) "The acute exercise-cognition interaction: From the catecholamines hypothesis to an interoception model" by McMorris et al. (2021) “Bridging animal and human models of exercise-induced brain plasticity” by Voss et al. (2013) "High impact running improves learning" by Winter et al. (2007) "Aerobic exercise improves hippocampal function and increases BDNF in the serum of young adult males" by Griffin et al. (2011)

Learn about the science behind affect in exercise and why this is a crucial factor to consider in your exercise routine and habits. Professor Diogo S Teixeria is a Professor and Researcher at Universidade Lusofona in the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport. Diogo is also an Exercise Professional which informs much of his applied, translational research on exercise behaviour. Chapters 0:00 Show Intro 3:46 Diogo’s Research Journey 7:40 Role of Gyms in Global Health 19:35 The Importance of Exercise Intensity 40:58 Affective Experience of Exercise 1:00:03 The “Exercise is Medicine” Public Message Show Notes “Exercise for Anxiety & Mood” with Prof. Steve Petruzzello • Exercise for Anxiety & Mood | Prof. S... “The preference for and tolerance of exercise intensity: An exploratory analysis of intensity discrepancy in health clubs settings” by Marques et al. (2023) “Exploring the impact of individualized pleasure-oriented exercise sessions in a health club setting: Protocol for a randomized controlled trial” by Teixeira et al. (2023) “Can the Affective Response to Exercise Predict Future Motives and Physical Activity Behavior? A Systematic Review of Published Evidence” by Rhodes & Kates (2015) “Exercise, physical activity, and self-determination theory: A systematic review” by Teixeira et al. (2012)