Exercise doesn’t just strengthen your body — it strengthens your brain. Research shows that regular movement is one of the most effective natural ways to protect against dementia, cognitive decline, and age-related brain changes.Scientists now recognise exercise as “medicine for the brain.” It supports memory, learning, mood, and even encourages the growth of new brain cells. Paired with acupuncture, it becomes a powerful approach to long-term brain and nervous system health.
How Exercise Protects the Brain
- When you move, your brain responds instantly. Regular aerobic exercise — like walking, cycling, or swimming — has been shown to:
- Slow natural age-related brain atrophy
- Improve blood flow and oxygen delivery
- Support memory, focus and mental clarity
- Boost neuroplasticity (your brain’s ability to adapt and create new pathways)
- These changes work together to strengthen overall brain function and protect against long-term cognitive decline.
How Your Muscles Communicate With Your Brain
- During exercise, your muscles release messenger proteins called myokines. These special proteins travel through the bloodstream and signal your brain to:
- Grow and maintain healthy brain cells
- Strengthen communication between neurons
- Increase BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor), often referred to as “fertiliser for the brain”
- This means every time you move your body, you’re also nourishing your mind.
Does Exercise Intensity Matter?
- Most studies highlight the benefits of moderate-intensity exercise like brisk walking. But new research suggests that higher-intensity activities — such as interval training — may stimulate even more brain-protective myokines.
- The good news? You don’t need extreme workouts.
Consistency matters far more than intensity. Even 10–20 minutes of movement daily can have measurable benefits for your brain.
How Acupuncture Supports Brain + Nervous System Health
- Exercise activates the brain, but your body also needs balance and recovery.
This is where acupuncture becomes a powerful partner. - Acupuncture has been shown to support the nervous system by:
- Reducing stress and cortisol
- Improving circulation and muscle recovery
- Enhancing sleep quality and mental clarity
- Calming the nervous system and promoting relaxation
- For many people, combining regular movement with acupuncture creates an ideal balance: exercise energises and acupuncture restores.
Take Charge of Your Brain Health Today
- You don’t have to wait for symptoms to appear before supporting your brain.
Exercise and acupuncture together form a natural, holistic approach to healthy ageing, mental clarity and overall wellbeing. - If you’re looking to protect your brain, reduce stress, or support your body as you stay active, we’re here to help.
Book your acupuncture session in Victoria today and give your brain the support it deserves.
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