Boxing is not just for fight sport, it’s also a mental and physical challenge for all ages. It can be used to maintain brain function, reaction time, balance, and all-around health.
Boxing entails combinations, footwork, and movement patterns. It takes coordination and rhythm to be a boxer; all things that are beneficial to the aging brain.
Benefits of Boxing:
- Increases physical fitness
- Reduces inflammation
- Combats risk factors for cardiovascular disease
- Strengthens the heart
- Increases blood flow to the brain
- Improves working memory and reaction time
- Bolsters cognitive reserve
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Sources:
https://blog.joinfightcamp.com/wellness/how-boxing-boosts-brain-health-and-prevents-dementia/
https://www.boxnburnacademy.com/blog/boxing-for-the-aging-brain