When people search for fitness programs for older adults, they often focus on strength, balance, or mobility—and for good reason. But one of the most powerful benefits of the Activate Brain & Body program goes beyond physical outcomes. At Activate, the foundation of success is community—a shared experience built around connection, encouragement, and common goals. Building Community Through Purposeful Movement…
Train the Brain and Body Together: Why Dual-Task Training via the tWall Matters A collaboration with Activate Brain & Body, Cincinnati Introduction In our latest video, we explore how the integration of exergaming and neuromuscular training—particularly via a reactive wall system often referred to as the tWall—can unlock wide-ranging benefits for adults and older adults. In partnership with Cincinnati’s…
Activate Brain & Body, based in Cincinnati, is positioning itself as more than a gym. It’s a brain-and-body fitness studio aiming to use the latest interactive, scientifically informed tools to slow, mitigate, or perhaps even reverse aspects of cognitive decline. Activate Brain and Body+1 They combine physical movement, neuromuscular training, and interactive cognitive challenge (“dual tasking” or exergaming) to more…
Why Activate Brain & Body Is Leading the Way in Brain-First Fitness In the world of health and wellness, few places are redefining the fitness experience quite like Activate Brain & Body in Cincinnati, Ohio. More than just another gym, Activate is a trailblazing facility that blends traditional exercise, functional training, and—what truly sets it apart—a deep focus on brain…
Where innovation meets movement, their Exergame becomes more than just play when it becomes a purpose in today’s world that demands more from fitness. That’s why the rise of cognitive and physical training through Exergame makes serious waves. Where Play Meets Purpose: The Rise of Exergaming Merging movement with cognitive and physical training has become a cornerstone of modern fitness…
At the intersection of fitness innovation and brain health lies Activate Brain & Body, a groundbreaking program designed to strengthen both the body and mind through research-backed, personalized training. At the core of their model is a holistic approach that leverages dual task training—engaging the brain and body simultaneously—to help combat age-related cognitive decline, including Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. What…
In today’s fast-paced world, staying mentally and physically sharp is more important than ever—especially as we age. That’s where Activate Brain & Body comes in—a groundbreaking program that seamlessly combines physical exercise with cognitive challenges to deliver unparalleled results. Designed as a total wellness solution, Activate integrates scientifically backed physical movements and brain exercises to help improve memory, enhance mental…
Our famous Reax Lights led technology is incorporated into the REAX BOXE to enhance reactivity, speed, cognitive function and cardiovascular capabilities. The six available colors of the lights allow individuals or small groups of 3 to 6 peoples to perform different exercises. The Reax Boxe provide different technology solutions to suit any need: INTEGRATED WIRED SATELLITES and WI-FI MOBILE…
As there are few treatment options for dementia, recently some Belgium researchers, in collaboration with Eling D. de Bruin of ETH Zurich investigated whether exergaming as an activity that combines fun exercise with cognitive training,
Thanks for stopping by Booth #613 to see first hand some of the newest Exergame equipment. In this space we discuss a little more about some of the functional training pieces available through Exergame. These pieces are not only great for motivating the non-motivated teen/tween, but the are perfect for adult training as well. Things like small group training,…
Brain training refers to cognitive training that uses intense mental exercises to target and work on the brain’s cognitive skills. Having strong cognitive skills is critical because they’re the skills the brain uses to read, learn, remember, reason, and pay attention. The skills targeted by brain training include: attention skills, long and short-term memory, focus, and processing speed. One new…
Reaction time is defined as the amount of time it takes to respond to a stimulus or something we react too. Having fast reaction time can give athletes a competitive advantage. An athlete’s ability to react shows how quickly and effectively he or she can make decisions and then initiate action. For example, fast reaction time can help a basketball…
