Quick 10-minute exercise for better mood and sharper thinking
A recent study has shown that slow jogging for 10 minutes enhances thinking speed and improves overall mood. Researchers from Tsukuba University in Japan conducted an experiment with 24 healthy individuals, who jogged at speeds ranging from 3 to 6 kilometers per hour— a low level equivalent to approximately 35% of their maximum oxygen consumption. The results revealed increased activity in the prefrontal cortex, associated with thinking and emotion regulation, along with improved performance on the Stroop test and faster information processing. Additionally, participants reported feeling happier, and the mood improvement was linked to head movements during the run.
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