Exercise and Physical activities | Alzheimer's Society

Peter's story: 'When I cycle, I push my dementia away'

Peter, who is living with dementia, leads a healthy lifestyle and takes care of his well-being. With the help of his friend, Deb, Peter has penned his thoughts about his passion for cycling.

Good heart health at age 50 linked to lower dementia risk later in life – Alzheimer’s Society comment

Having good heart health age 50 is associated with a lower risk of developing dementia later in life, according to a new study published in the BMJ today.

The Worcester Warriors – tackling dementia one try at a time

The ‘Our Tackling Dementia’ group run by the Worcester Warriors rugby club can only be described as ‘one big, happy, adult youth club'.

Physical activity leads to slower cognitive decline - Alzheimer's Society comment

A study published today in JAMA Neurology found that physical activity may protect against cognitive decline and the build up of amyloid beta protein, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease.

Could air pollution cause dementia?

We brought together neurologists, epidemiologists and experts on the effects of toxins in the brain to help us make sense of the research on air pollution and dementia so far.

Match point: Side by Side volunteering

A Side by Side volunteer in Wales is helping a person with dementia roll back the years with regular badminton games.

Pwynt gornest: gwirfoddoli Side by Side

Mae gwirfoddolwr Side by Side yng Nghymru’n helpu person gyda dementia i droi’r cloc yn ei ôl gyda gemau badminton rheolaidd.

Animal companions: can caring for a pet help a person with dementia?

Pets can give people with dementia feelings of unconditional love. But getting a new pet isn’t a decision to be made lightly. Here we share 6 things to consider before seeking a pet for someone with dementia, and some personal experiences shared by members of our online community.

Peter's story: 'I believe my ongoing activity helps to mitigate the effects of the disease'

75-year-old Peter Smith is challenging himself to cycle 75 laps of his local velodrome every 75 days to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society. Here, Peter and his wife, Hilary, reflect on how dementia affects their lives.

Join the club: Golf in Society

A golf project in Lincolnshire is offering sport and social stimulation to people with dementia.

Jog your memory: can exercise improve memory?

Recent research suggests that exercise causes the muscles of the body to release a hormone called irisin. Here we look at a study that suggests that this hormone may help to improve memory in mice.

Alzheimer’s Society and Sport England launch first Dementia-friendly sport and physical activity guide

Alzheimer’s Society and Sport England have joined forces to call on the sport and physical activity sector to commit to becoming dementia friendly.

How Tracey is helping to make sports clubs and leisure centres more inclusive

Tracey, who has dementia, has seen an improvement in her health and wellbeing since going to the gym. Through her vital work on the new dementia-friendly sport and physical activity guide, Tracey hopes other people with dementia will benefit from physical activities.

12 February 2019