Boost Your Long-Term Memory with Exercise

We know that exercise sharpens your brain, but when you work out might make a big difference.

New research found that exercising after learning significantly improves memory recall and retention.

The Study

Researchers divided participants into three groups:
✅ Exercise after learning
❌ Exercise before learning
❌ No exercise (control group)

The result? Only those who exercised AFTER learning experienced a major memory boost—especially in delayed recognition memory, meaning they retained information better over time.

How to Apply This

📌 Learn first, then exercise – Whether it’s studying, reading, or working, follow it up with a workout.
📌 Even short workouts help – 10 to 20 minutes of activity (like walking) can strengthen memory.
📌 Higher intensity = better results – A hard 20-minute session (like cycling or weight training) may maximize cognitive benefits.

Bottom line? If you want to lock in what you learn, move your body after your brainwork for a long-term memory boost. 🚀