In his book, Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain, Dr. John Ratey reveals how exercise improves brain performance. According to Ratey, research proves that rigorous movement before learning helps create optimal brain function. In response to Ratey's research, five Canadian cities have implemented exercise programs to improve academic performance, behavior and concentration of students. Read the full story here. Ratey's website, www.sparkinglife.org, focuses on transforming America's sedentary lifestyle. The goal of the website is to improve children's capacity to learn by helping bring movement back into their schools and lives. The website claims that exercise reduces the negative effects of stress, manages mental health issues such as ADD, anxiety, depression and maintains cognitive ability.
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