We all know the benefits of aerobic exercise on the brain. However, recent studies have shown that incorporating some weight training into an exercise routing might also improve brain function. Check out this article, from the New York Times, discussing these possible benefits.

http://mobile.nytimes.com/blogs/well/2015/10/21/lifting-weights-twice-a-week-may-aid-the-brain/?module=BlogPost-Title&version=Blog+Main&contentCollection=Phys+Ed&action=Click&pgtype=Blogs&region=Body&referer