two Even a little exercise can make you think less anxiously. Studies have shown that any amount of exercise, from a brisk 10?minute walk to an intense aerobics or weightlifting session seems to decrease feelings of anxiety. Working out regularly may make you smarter now and lessen the possibility that you’ll lose brain function as you age. According to a recent animal study at the University of Illinois, exercise can actually help the brain develop new cells. In several studies, regular weig...