Swimming gives your brain a boost – but scientists don’t know yet why it’s better than other aerobic activities

By: Seena Mathew, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: November 16, 2025

Words: 1,380

Last Updated: 1 week, 1 day ago

It’s no secret that aerobic exercise can help stave off some of the ravages of aging. But a growing body of research suggests that swimming might provide a unique boost to brain health.

Regular swimming has been shown to improve memory, cognitive function, immune response and mood. Swimming may also help repair damage from stress and forge new neural connections in the brain.

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