#164 - Tommy Wood (Neuroplasticity Brain Cognition Learning Dementia Resilience Performance Aging)

Can we build a brain that stays sharp for life?

In this episode, neuroscientist Dr. Tommy Wood explores what modern science really tells us about learning, memory, cognitive performance, and dementia prevention. Drawing on decades of research and his new book The Stimulated Mind, Tommy explains why cognitive decline is not an inevitable consequence of aging—and how we can actively build a more resilient brain.

We discuss neuroplasticity, cognitive reserve, the habits that have the greatest impact on long-term brain health, and why continuous learning may be one of the most powerful forms of medicine. Tommy also shares insights from working with Olympic athletes and Formula 1 drivers, revealing how elite performers learn faster, recover better, and make better decisions under pressure.

Whether you're interested in maximizing performance today or protecting your brain for decades to come, this conversation is packed with practical, science-based insights.

We explore:

• Why dementia is more preventable than many people think
• Cognitive reserve and brain resilience
• Neuroplasticity throughout life
• The most effective ways to learn faster
• Exercise, nutrition, sleep, and long-term brain health
• What elite athletes can teach us about cognition
• How to stay mentally sharp into old age
• The future of neuroscience and healthy aging

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