cognition use it or lose it
As health advocators we call acknowledge the benefits of aerobic exercise especially from a physiological point of view – increase V02 max, increase blood supply to muscles and ability to use oxygen, reduce body fat and improve weight control – the benefits are endless. ... My article EXERCISE PROTECTS COGNITION reinforces the notion that physical exercise benefits the mind as well as the body – USE IT OR LOSE IT – literally The article focuses on an American study of 6000 women 65 years and older. ... Cognition refers to the operation of the mind by which we become aware of objects of thought or perception – thinking – perceiving – remembering.