By Namita S Kalla | January 25, 2025

How inactivity impacts your brain health, 10 easy exercises to fix it 

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Inactivity impairs glucose regulation in the brain, affecting memory. A brisk 10-minute walk daily improves hippocampal function

Poor memory

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Inactive lifestyles weaken brain energy production. Try 15 bodyweight squats daily to stimulate mitochondria, brain cell efficiency

Low brain energy

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Prolonged inactivity increases memory loss risk. Practice 10 minutes of tai chi to boost mental clarity and cognitive resilience

Cognitive decline risk

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Inactivity limits new brain cell growth. A 5 minutes of jumping jacks can promote brain-derived neurotrophic factor and neurogenesis

Slower brain cell growth

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Sedentary habits cause brain inflammation. Do 5 minutes of yoga, like downward dog, to reduce inflammation and support clarity

Brain inflammation

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Inactivity hinders neural communication. A 2 minute of alternating lunges daily improves coordination and brain region connectivity

Poor brain connectivity

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Inactivity disrupts neurotransmitters. Dance for 10 minutes to music to release endorphins and boost mood while reducing anxiety

Mood and anxiety issues

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Sitting reduces circulation to the brain. Perform 10 calf raises hourly to enhance blood flow and nourish brain cells

Reduced brain circulation

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Inactivity decreases focus. Practice 5 minutes of mindfulness breathing exercises to boost oxygen flow and improve attention spans

Lack of focus

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Long-term inactivity raises dementia risk. Take stairs whenever possible to improve circulation, protect against cognitive decline

Dementia risk

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