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09/02/2025

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08/29/2025

Stronger legs could mean a sharper mind
Your legs might be the key to a sharper mind! A groundbreaking 10-year study from King’s College London has revealed that leg strength can predict brain health better than genetics. The study followed 324 female twins and found that those with stronger leg power at the start of the study experienced slower cognitive decline and better-preserved grey matter after a decade.

What’s fascinating is that the twin design of the study controlled for genetics and early environment, isolating leg strength as a unique predictor of brain health. This suggests that activities like squats, lunges, climbing stairs, and resistance training could be among the best investments you can make for your future brain health.

The connection likely stems from improved blood flow, growth factors, and the complex muscle-brain communication pathways that are activated when you work your legs. The stronger your legs, the more likely your brain will remain sharp as you age.

It’s a simple but powerful takeaway: if you want to keep your mind in top shape, it’s time to hit those leg workouts! The future of brain health might just lie in your lower body.

08/26/2025

The Importance of Individual Choice and Intention in Exercise Adherence and Weight Management - PMC

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08/20/2025

Book Summary - 12 Rules For Life (Jordan Peterson)

In this 12 Rules for Life summary, we'll outline the 12 rules by Jordan Peterson to help you live with meaning and purpose.

08/13/2025

Who needs the gym? Longevity expert shares the only 6 exercises you need after 40, 50 and 60 to build strength

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08/05/2025

A Neuroscientist Says This Simple 2-Word Phrase Will Help Ease Anxiety and Reduce Stress

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08/04/2025

Every celebrity with Lyme disease after Justin Timberlake reveals 'shock' diagnosis

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Study Finds One Workout Can Cut Cancer Cell Growth by 30%

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08/04/2025

Neurobiological models of emotion regulation: a meta-analysis of neuroimaging studies of acceptance as an emotion regulation strategy - PubMed

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08/01/2025

Justin Timberlake Reveals Lyme Disease Diagnosis

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07/31/2025

Effects of High Intensity Circuit Versus Traditional Strength Training on Physiological Responses in Trained Women - PMC https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12051434/?utm_source=arnoldspumpclub.schwarzenegger.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=does-time-off-protect-your-health&_bhlid=63586fac78b238870956ed3e05cebab14b3232cd #:~:text=The%20result%20of%20the%20present,are%20terminated%20close%20to%20failure.

This study’s purpose was to compare differences in strength and body composition following high intensity circuit training (HICT) and traditional strength training (TS) in trained women. Fourteen participants (28.5 ± 5.4 years, 160.7 ± 6.1 cm, ...

07/31/2025

Arnold Schwarzenegger on Working Out with Fortune Feimster, Fubar Stunts & Statue of Himself

Arnold talks about working with Guest Host Fortune Feimster on “Fubar,” Fortune doing stunts on set and being in really great shape, working out together at ...