Move Your Body, Grow Your Brain: How Exercise Protects Cognition as We Age

In this episode of Bloom & Beyond, we’re exploring the powerful connection between exercise and cognitive health for women in midlife and beyond. If you’re dealing with brain fog, forgetfulness, slower thinking, or mental fatigue during perimenopause or menopause, this conversation will bring clarity and hope. You’ll learn: • How exercise improves memory, focus, and mental clarity • Why midlife women experience more brain fog • The science behind BDNF—the “fertilizer” for your brain • Which exercises protect your brain the most • Simple ways to support cognition every single day • How movement strengthens the aging brain at any stage Your brain isn’t declining—it’s adapting. And movement is one of the most powerful tools you have to stay sharp, strong, and mentally vibrant.