The science behind the 10-minute brain reset walk | Wendy Suzuki
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What are the long-term effects of regular exercise on the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex?
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Regular exercise releases growth factors. These growth factors benefit the hippocampus, helping it grow new brain cells, leading to improved memory. In the prefrontal cortex, while not growing new cells, the axons (outputs of cells) function better and work more efficiently with regular exercise.
What is the minimum amount of exercise recommended in the video, and why is it effective?
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The video recommends as little as 10 minutes of walking. This is effective because even this short duration releases a portion of the "neurochemical bubble bath" – dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, etc. – resulting in improved mood, reduced depression and anxiety.
What are the benefits of exercising in the morning
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According to Wendy Suzuki, exercising in the morning makes it harder for other things to interfere, resulting in less interruption to the workout. Additionally, she finds that starting her day with exercise results in a happier brain that is better able to focus attention and respond more quickly throughout the day.
What does working out in the morning do to the prefrontal cortex
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What are the short term benefits of exercising on the prefrontal cortex
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Short-term benefits of exercise on the prefrontal cortex include improved ability to shift and focus attention, and faster reaction and response times.