"Exercise: The Key to Sharper Minds in Aging Adults"

Regular mild exercise, such as low-intensity cycling, three times a week for three months, can significantly improve cognitive function, particularly executive function, in older adults. The study found that these cognitive enhancements were associated with increased efficiency of the prefrontal cortex, the brain region responsible for executive functions. These findings highlight the potential benefits of mild exercise in improving cognitive function and may inform the development of exercise programs for older individuals with low fitness levels or limited motivation to exercise.