Scientists University of Tsukuba in Japan found that only 10 minutes of running average intensity enhance the bloodstream in the part of the brain, which is responsible for emotional control and executive functions. This is reported in an article published in the journal Scientific Reports.
Researchers proposed a hypothesis, according to which running enhances overall neural activity in the prefortional crust, since physical activity requires high-precision coordination of the balance and movement and causes a tide of blood to this brain area. To test this connection, experts used the Color Test Strip and collected data on hemodynamic changes associated with the work of the brain.
The test is that the word indicating color does not coincide with the color of the word itself. This causes a reaction to the reaction of the reading, which should be called the color of the word, and not read the Word itself, which makes it possible to estimate the changes occurring in the brain. The results showed that after 10 minutes of running the average intensity, a significant reduction in the delay time was observed. In addition, scientists noted the improvement of the mood among the participants of the experiment.