the revolutionary new science of exercise and the brain by john j. ratey, m.d
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SPARK:The Revolutionary
New Science of Exercise and the Brain
By John J. Ratey, M.D.
Exercise is the single most powerful tool
you have to optimize your brain function.
Dr. John J. Ratey
Exercise and Learning (Kids)
Exercise as Medicine
Exercise and Aging (Adults)
Nationwide, only 6% of U.S. high schools offer daily P.E.
And…our youth spend 5.5 hours daily in front of a screen…
Our youth are less active than at any time in history!
The story of Naperville…
Sophomores: 30% vs. 3% obesity rate
TIMSS results: First in Science and Sixth in Math in the world…
Naperville’s P. E. program
Daily Zero Hour P.E. Heart rate monitors Active vs. team sports Assessed on effort rather than skill
Square Dancing – Mandatory for Freshmen Scripts New partners each dance Final exam: facts about partners
Titusville
Cost to change their system: $ 0.00
State test results: from below average in reading and math to 17% above average in reading and 18% above average in math
Not one fist fight since 2000 Heart rate monitors donated and
used beyond P.E. classes
What’s happening at your school?Any ideas to
share?
“Exercise has a profound impact on
cognitive abilities and mental health. It is
simply one of the best treatments we have for
most psychiatric problems.”
Exercise as Medicine…• Stress• Anxiety• Depression• Attention Deficit• Addiction• Hormonal Changes
(women)
Exercise and Aging
1. Small interventions yield big results
2. Consistency is more important than intensity
3. Should include a focus on… •aerobic capacity •strength •balance •flexibility
Sweat is your passport to the body electric.
Christopher Bergland