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Running or swimming at a steady pace can pump up your brain better than lifts or HIIT. In a study in The Journal of Physiology, scientists monitored lab rats performing these three types of exercise and compared them with sedentary rodents.

Only those that ran at an even pace produced more new neurons than the couch potatoes did after seven weeks – a remarkable double to triple the amount.

Why? Steady aerobic exercise boosts BDNF, a protective protein that promotes the regeneration of neurons, says lead study author Miriam Nokia. For the best mind and body benefits, get your mix of workouts regularly.

Just Keep Going

Running at 9km/h for an hour will burn about 600 calories and earn you more brainpower.