Neuroscience
A new study shows that weight training not only boosts physical strength but also protects the brains of older adults with mild cognitive impairment. After six months of twice-weekly resistance training, participants showed memory improvements and protection against brain atrophy in regions linked to Alzheimer’s disease. MRI scans revealed preserved white matter integrity and better brain health, while the control group showed decline. These findings suggest that weight training could be a low-cost, non-pharmacological strategy to slow or even reverse early cognitive decline.
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