Strong Legs, Sharp Mind: How Muscle Health Protects Your Brain

Name: Strong Legs, Sharp Mind: How Muscle Health Protects Your Brain
Start: 2026-06-08T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-06-08T11:30:00-05:00
Location: 125 Elton Hills Dr NW, Rochester, MN, United States, Minnesota 55901

Schedule

Mon Jun 08 2026 at 10:00 am to 11:30 am

UTC-05:00

Location

125 Elton Hills Dr NW, Rochester, MN, United States, Minnesota 55901 | Rochester, MN

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. While many think brain health starts in the head, research shows it also begins in the muscles—especially the large muscles of the legs.
In this 30-minute presentation, Dr. Jengyu Lai from Rochester Clinic will explain how leg strength improves circulation to the brain, supports blood sugar balance, and helps reduce insulin resistance—an important factor linked to cognitive decline.
Participants will learn how walking, strength training, and balance exercises can support both mobility and brain health. This session will share simple ways for seniors to build muscle, improve circulation, and protect long-term cognitive vitality.
Mei Liu will also showcase delicious plant-power foods packed with nutrient-dense ingredients, along with easy-to-follow recipes.
Presenter: Rochester Clinic/Lotus Health Foundation
Free social member | $5 fitness member | $10 nonmember
Register by June 7.