MME Foundation

  By Dr. Mahmood M. Elsayed, MD Neurosurgeon  | Researcher | Brain & Spine Health Advocate   |  MME Foundation  We all want to be healthier, sharper, and more focused—but if you're like me, you're juggling work, family, and everything in between. That’s why a recent study caught my eye: just 5 minutes of brisk walking can measurably improve brain function. Five minutes? I had to try it. 🧪 What the Science Says A new study in Age and Aging tracked over 500 older adults and found that short bursts of moderate-intensity activity , like brisk walking, were linked to improvements in: 🧠 Executive function (planning & focus) 🔄 Processing speed (how quickly you think) 💾 Working memory (holding short-term info) Even going from 1 minute to 6 minutes of activity per day showed measurable results— especially for people who were usually sedentary. 🌤 What I Felt After Just One Walk I took the study to heart. I laced up my walking shoes, ...