We’ve always known you’re not just burning fat and building muscle in the Arena – you’re sharpening your mind too. And now, groundbreaking new research is backing us up!
A comprehensive new study published in Ageing Research Reviews just dropped some serious science on the connection between exercise and cognitive health in older adults (50+).
The exciting news?
Resistance training, like the intense, gamified workouts you crush in Black Box VR, is a powerhouse for boosting brainpower.
What’s Best For Cognitive Improvements?
Researchers dove deep into the data, analyzing dozens of studies to find the “sweet spot” for exercise and cognitive function. Here’s what they discovered:
Resistance Training is Best: It’s Not Just About Endless Cardio
While all exercise is good, the study highlighted that resistance training has a particularly strong impact on cognitive health. That’s right, building strength in the Black Box VR Arena isn’t just about physical gains.
You Don’t Need to Live at the Gym
The study found that you don’t necessarily need to spend hours and hours exercising to see cognitive benefits. They estimated that around 700 METs-min per week is a key target for clinically relevant improvements.
What Does That Mean For Black Box VR?
Because our workouts combine intense resistance with cardio, you can potentially reach that target in around 70 to 90 minutes per week, which means just three sessions per week. Talk about efficient brain training!
At Black Box VR, we’re passionate about helping you unlock your full potential – both physically and mentally. This study provides powerful validation for what we believe in: immersive, engaging resistance training is a fantastic way to improve your cognitive power and support a healthy brain as you age.
Ready to Level Up Your Brain?
This research reinforces the incredible value of your Black Box VR workouts. You’re not just getting stronger and fitter; you’re actively investing in your long-term cognitive health.
We’re thrilled to be at the forefront of this exciting intersection of fitness and cognitive science. Keep crushing those workouts, Black Box VR community – you’re doing amazing things for your body and your mind!
Study link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1568163722000332
See you in the Arena!
Ryan DeLuca, CEO of Black Box VR
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About Black Box VR
Black Box VR is the world’s first virtual reality esport that combines resistance training, HIIT cardio, and intense gaming to deliver a science-backed workout experience. In our luxurious gym locations, members are able to build muscle, lose fat, and get fit while playing an addictive game.
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