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Beyond fitness: How exercise benefits the brain
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· August 1, 2026
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Key takeaway Viewers can tune in to learn more about the powerful brain-body connection and how exercise can benefit mental health, as explained by Rio Wilson on Mornings on 2.
Scientists have been uncovering new evidence that exercise has a direct impact on brain health. The physical benefits of exercise, such as improved cardiovascular health and lower blood sugar, are already well understood. However, the effects of exercise on mental health are also being explored.
Further details on this topic are available from a recent segment on Mornings on 2. Rio Wilson, founder of Brain Body Therapy, joined the show to discuss the connection between exercise and brain health. Viewers can tune in to learn more about the powerful brain-body connection and how exercise can benefit mental health, as explained by Rio Wilson on Mornings on 2.
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Published: August 1, 2026 ·
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