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Exercise boosts motor skill learning via changes in brain’s transmitters

Comparing the brains of mice that exercised with those that did not, researchers found that specific neurotransmitters switched following sustained exercise, leading to improved learning for motor-skill acquisition. Underscoring the critical benefits of exercise, even in a time of a global pandemic, the researchers found that mice that exercised acquired several demanding motor skills such […]

Published on May 4, 2020

How to Lift Heavy and Stay Healthy at 40, 50, and Beyond

Yes, you can keep getting stronger as the years go by. But it’s not going to happen by accident. Here are the priorities to guide you, from a strength coach who’s still moving big weights while pushing 60. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the […]

Published on May 4, 2020

How 3 Fitness Studios Shifted Strategies During COVID-19

Three independent fitness studio owners share how they pivoted their business strategy and service to best meet their clients’ and employees’ needs du… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement […]

Published on May 2, 2020