Studies show that staying active not only benefits the body but the brain too. Physical activity helps improve blood flow and memory. It also helps reduce the chances of developing health conditions.

You don't need to overexert yourself to see the benefits of exercise. Walking or cycling three times a week can improve thinking skills. That according to a recent study published in the medical journal Neurology.

Let's face it; exercising doesn't seem to topmost of our "to do" lists even during a pandemic. Many of us have excuses from "being too tired" to "not having enough time to exercise."

Dr. Alberto Almeida from Brownsville says it is vital to our health to stay active. Almeida specializes in family and sports medicine. He explains how exercising is essential at any age, but even more as we get older.