BBC: Is your chair making you forgetful?-2

The key message is: Exercise is great- but it's not enough. We have to move throughout he day, not just for one hour in the morning. 

Let's talk about that word: throughout. It means during the whole time. Like, you should move throughout the day- not just once. 

So even if you exercise, don't sit for too long in one place. Your brain will thank you. 

It's not just about being fit. It's about staying mentally sharp too. 

OK, time for the quiz answer. We asked: Which part of the brain is important for memory?

a) The liver   b) The hippocampus   or  c) The shine bone

And the answer is...b) The hippocampus!  It's the part of your brain that helps with memory.

Let's get over today's vocabulary one more time:

Brain shrinkage: when the brain gets smaller, often causing problems with memory and thinking.

Memory loss: forgetting things more easily. 

Risk: the chance that something bad might happen. 

Walking meetings: meetings where people walk instead of sitting. 

Throughout: during the whole time

Thanks for joining us today on Quick-Takes English. Remember, don't just sit there- get up and move a little!

Your brain will be glad you did. See you next time!