Exercise physically reshapes nerves controlling heart function

Scientists at the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom discovered that regular moderate aerobic exercise physically reshapes the structure of nerve cells that regulate heart activity, ScienceDaily reported. The research shows that physical exercise does more than strengthen the heart muscle itself by altering the nerve system that controls heart function. [1]

According to ScienceDaily, the structural changes in the nerve cells were unexpectedly different between the left and right sides of the body. The findings reveal that moderate exercise induces distinct neurological adaptations depending on the side of the nervous system involved. [1]

Physical activity enhances fitness, strengthens the cardiovascular system, and aids muscle development. Regular exercise also reduces the risk of chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and obesity, while supporting cognitive function and mental health. [2][3]

As HEROIC BREAKING NEWS reported earlier, organizations have also worked to bolster heart emergency readiness in schools, such as the delivery of a Cardiac Emergency Response Plan to Hartsville High School under South Carolina's Smart Heart Act. [4]