389: The best & worst types of exercise for anxiety | Neuroscientist Jennifer Heisz, Ph.D.

Jennifer Heisz, Ph.D.: “A 2-minute movement break is all it takes to restore and replenish the brain of its vital nutrients.” Heisz, a neuroscientist and associate professor of kinesiology, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob to discuss specific exercises to help manage anxiety, plus: - Why you should listen to music before a workout (~03:51) - How much time you need to exercise for brain health (~04:30) - How walking can help grow brain cells (~30:48) - Which sports are best for healthy cognition (~36:45) - How to hack your brain to love working out (~42:06) Referenced in the episode: - Heisz's book, Move The Body, Heal The Mind . - Heisz's study showing students who took 5-minute exercise breaks had better focus during lectures . - Research on how walking boosts creativity . - Heisz's research on aerobic exercise and memory . - Heisz's research on why people wanted to work out for mental health during the pandemic . - Research on the link between exercise and depression symptoms . - A study on kids' free play and creativity as adults . Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices