Why Exercise?
"Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it." - Plato
Key points from SPARK the revolutionary new science of exercise and the brain
Exercise helps our bodies to utilize energy more efficiently
Exercise sparks the release of "Miracle-Gro for the Brain" (BDNF)
Regular exercise can help us:
Improve cognitive abilities
Recalling information faster
Creative thinking
Reading comprehension
Be more social
Calm down
Fight depression
Improve focus
Fight unhealthy addictions
Make better decisions
Live longer!
"Exercise provides an unparalleled stimulus, creating an environment in which the brain is ready, willing, and able to learn." - John J. Ratey
"Those who think they have no time for exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness." - Edward Stanley