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"Has anyone ever emerged from ambling through nature for an hour and regretted their improved state of being?"

Opinion | Whatever the Problem, It’s Probably Solved by Walking A walk begins to carve out space between my thoughts that allows clarity to rise up through my shoes.

Just keep swimming!

Swimming gives your brain a boost – but scientists don't know yet why it's better than other aerobic activities Swimming offers a host of beneficial effects on the brain. Stanislaw Pytel/Stone via Getty ImagesIt’s no secret that aerobic exercise can help stave off some of the ravages of aging. But a growing body of research suggests that swimming might provide a unique boost to brain health. Regular swimmin...

“Even if you just walk to the mailbox and back, or just take a single flight of stairs, any movement, however brief or light, is likely to have some benefits,” Salerno says. “It’s important to start somewhere.”

Exercise may lower your cancer risk and help if you get the disease Research also is starting to show it’s possible to quantify how much of a workout may make a difference after a diagnosis of the illness.

Want to Grow New Brain Cells and Get Smarter? Go Swimming Good news from science if your corner of the world is broiling: Swimming is your brain's favorite form of exercise.