Move The Body, Heal The Mind: Overcome Anxiety, Depression, and Dementia and Improve Focus, Creativity, and Sleep

A noted neuroscientist reveals groundbreaking research on how fitness and exercise can combat mental health conditions such as anxiety, dementia, ADHD, and depression, and offers a plan for improving focus, creativity, and sleep.Jennifer Heisz shares paradigm-shifting research on the powerful mind-body connection, finding that intervals of intense workouts, or even leisurely walks, help stop depression and dementia, lessen anxiety and ADHD, and encourage better sleep, creativity, and resilience. Physical inactivity is the greatest risk factor contributing to dementia and anxiety—it’s as much a factor as genetics. In addition, exercise’s anti-inflammatory properties make it the most effective treatment strategy for those who are depressed and don’t respond to anti-depressants. The book focuses on overcoming inertia, using exercise for addiction recovery, how we can improve our memory with fitness even as we age, and, importantly, how exercise can help us sleep better, improve focus, and be more creative. Included are easy to use plans for unique aerobic and resistance workouts designed to strengthen the brain.Dr. Heisz translates complex neuroscience into a practical plan for mental wellness.Better Sleep and Brain Health: Learn how specific workouts can reset your biological clock, helping you fall asleep faster and achieve the deep sleep necessary for clearing toxins and preventing dementia.Anxiety and Stress Reduction: Uncover the science behind how movement calms an overactive amygdala and tones your stress response, building resilience against the pressures of daily life.A New Approach to Depression: Discover why exercise is often the most effective treatment for depression, particularly for those who don't respond to antidepressants, thanks to its powerful anti-inflammatory effects.Sharper Focus and Creativity: Move beyond inertia with simple, actionable plans designed to boost executive function, improve memory, and unlock your creative potential. Read more