"Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport that involves both grapling and striking, both standing and on the ground attacks, using unique techniques from other combat sports and martial arts"
Workouts mostly done by the MMA fighters that involves "strikes, blocks, strength and endurance, they also boost cognitive function that's lost with age-and that's with fewer injuries than other sports (competitions exluded)
A combination of aerobic and resistance exercises can significantly boost the brain power of person at the age of 50 or above - British Journal of Sports Medicine
The analysis shows:
Physical exercise for men/women at the age above 40 is seen as a promising means of warding off or halting a decline in brain health and abilities.
Nevertheless, they conclude: An exercise programme with a set of components both aerobic and resistance type training, of at least moderate intensity at least 45 minutes per session, as many days as possible.
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