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Dopamine and Exercise for Brain Fitness

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / March 20, 2024

A study found that cardiovascular exercise increased the brain’s dopamine levels, resulting in better cognitive performance.

Woman doing stationary bike HIIT for brain fitness

6 Minutes of HIIT for Brain Fitness

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / June 6, 2023

Recent research shows some benefits of HIIT for brain fitness when compared with fasting and light exercise.

Orienteering for Your Brain

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / May 31, 2023

If you offer orienteering sessions, you can promote the cognitive as well as physical advantages to boost brain training.

Exercise and Brain Health

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / September 13, 2022

Exercise promotes brain health, but the exact mechanism underlying this relationship remains unclear. New research reveals more.

Attendees and presenters at the 2022 IDEA World Convention

Inspiring Attendees to Inclusive and Impactful Careers

By Sarah Kolvas / July 29, 2022

Here’s a review of what the 2022 IDEA World Convention had to offer in personal training, exercise science, community-building and, as always, inspiration.

Older woman enjoying the benefits of brisk walking

Benefits of Brisk Walking for the Brain

By Shirley Eichenberger-Archer, JD, MA / November 9, 2021

In a study on the benefits of brisk walking, researchers found that aerobic exercise can improve the integrity of connective brain tissue.

Applying Learning Theories to Personal Training

By Terry Eckmann, PhD / November 3, 2021

Updated on November 2, 2021 Successful personal trainers are effective teachers and know how to apply learning theories. While personal training in part involves changing the body, teaching is the art of changing the brain—not physically rewiring it, but arranging information and experiences to stimulate learning. Learning involves a change in behavior and alters thinking…