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Swimming gives your brain a boost – but scientists don't know yet why it's better than other aerobic activities

  • Written by Seena Mathew, Assistant Professor of Biology, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Swimming gives your brain a boost – but scientists don't know yet why it's better than other aerobic activitiesSwimming offers a host of beneficial effects on the brain.Stanislaw Pytel/Stone via Getty Images

It’s no secret that aerobic exercise can help stave off some of the ravages of aging. But a growing body of research suggests that swimming might provide a unique boost to brain health.

Regular swimming has been shown to improve memory, cognitive...

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