Neuroscientists at the University of Tsukuba in Japan found that dancing to rhythmic music can improve brain function within three minutes. Research results published In IBRO Neuroscience.
48 healthy volunteers between the ages of 18 and 26 participated in the study. Participants in the experiment listened to rhythmic music while doing cardio exercises. The brain activities of the subjects were monitored using special devices.
It turns out that this type of music stimulates the prefrontal cortex of the brain, which helps improve cognitive functions (memory, attention, the ability to perceive and process information). It is noted that the positive effect occurs within three minutes after the start of such training.
It is stated that a positive effect on mental abilities must necessarily be a result of synchronizing body movements with music. In this case, you can choose any exercise – jumping rope, push-ups or aerobics.
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