Change Your Brain: #1 Neuroscientist’s Exercise Protocol for Peak Energy and Focus

ℹ️ EPISODE INFO

Released

October 3, 2024

Duration

1h 4m

Channel

The Mel Robbins Podcast

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📝 EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Order your copy of The Let Them Theory 👉 https://melrob.co/let-them-theory 👈 The #1 Best Selling Book of 2025 🔥 Discover how much power you truly have. It all begins with two simple words. Let Them. — This episode will change your brain forever. World-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki is here to share new research around the brain-changing benefits of exercise. Dr. Suzuki is the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at New York University and is a leading researcher known for her areas of memory, psychology, and neurobiology. She's a pioneer in researching how moving your body and exercising improves your brain health, and today she is here to teach you the best exercise is to improve brain function, the #1 way to strengthen your mind, and the antidote to aging. Dr. Suzuki also reveals the 10-minute routine you should do every day to lower your risk of dementia and improve memory. You will get her step-by-step guide to boost energy, focus, and mood. Dr. Suzuki’s practical tips and fascinating insights will empower you to take control of your mind and your life—starting today. And you’re going to want to listen to this entire episode because there is a shocking surprise you won’t want to miss. For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts/episode-218 Follow The Mel Robbins Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themelrobbinspodcast I’m just your friend. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional. Got it? Good. I’ll see you in the next episode. In this episode: 0:00 Introduction 4:28 What you can do today that will change your brain forever. 6:09 What renowned neuroscience says about your “big fat fluffy brain”. 7:05 What neuroplasticity is and how to use it to change your brain…and your life. 9:12 Brain health 101: why it’s the key to unlocking your potential. 15:27 Dr. Suzuki’s neuroscience epiphany that changed her life forever. 22:03 You’ll never believe what Dr. Suzuki brought in a hat box. 32:11 A bubble bath for your brain: how moving your body supercharges your mind. 35:05 The unbelievable changes exercise makes on your focus, energy, and mood. 37:30 Want to uplevel your morning? Add this to your morning routine. 47:12 What you need to know about the hippocampus. 50:26 The 10-minute routine you should do every day to lower your risk of dementia and improve memory. 55:48 The true power of the phrase “I love you”: why it matters and when to use it. — Follow Mel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melrobbins/ TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@UCk2U-Oqn7RXf-ydPqfSxG5g Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melrobbins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melrobbins Website: http://melrobbins.com — Sign up for Mel’s newsletter: https://melrob.co/sign-up-newsletter A note from Mel to you, twice a week, sharing simple, practical ways to build the life you want. — Subscribe to Mel’s channel here: https://www.youtube.com/melrobbins?sub_confirmation=1 — Listen to The Mel Robbins Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop every Monday & Thursday! https://melrob.co/spotify https://melrob.co/applepodcasts https://melrob.co/amazonmusic — Looking for Mel’s books on Amazon? Find them here: The Let Them Theory: https://amzn.to/3IQ21Oe The Let Them Theory Audiobook: https://amzn.to/413SObp The High 5 Habit: https://amzn.to/3fMvfPQ The 5 Second Rule: https://amzn.to/4l54fah

🎤 SPEAKERS

• Dr. Wendy Suzuki

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• Mel Robbins

  host

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🧾 EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, featuring Dr. Wendy Suzuki and Mel Robbins, Change Your Brain: #1 Neuroscientist’s Exercise Protocol for Peak Energy and Focus explores move Your Body, Grow Your Brain: Neuroscientist’s Blueprint For Change Mel Robbins interviews NYU neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki about how everyday movement, aerobic exercise, and even cold showers can rapidly and powerfully improve brain health. Suzuki explains neuroplasticity and how simple habits trigger a “neurochemical bubble bath” that boosts mood, focus, energy, and memory, while also protecting against aging and dementia. They discuss practical protocols (like 10‑minute walks and 45‑minute aerobic sessions) and how social connection amplifies brain and longevity benefits. The episode ends with a deeply personal story about Suzuki’s father’s dementia, illustrating how emotional experiences can still create new memories even in a deteriorating brain.

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