DWM Leisure activities curb loss of brain volume Older adults who engaged in leisure activities, such as walking, swimming, dancing and gardening, had almost 1.4% higher average brain volume, equivalent to nearly four years' younger brain age, compared with those who were inactive, according to a study to be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's annual meeting.

Leisure activities curb loss of brain volume

Older adults who engaged in leisure activities, such as walking, swimming, dancing and gardening, had almost 1.4% higher average brain volume, equivalent to nearly four years' younger brain age, compared with those who were inactive, according to a study to be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's annual meeting.