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 Spark Oct 22, 2009
This is an excellent book, interesting science, which should motivate everyone to EXERCISE consistently. At times the science was a bit too detailed, but it's good for the brain to challenge oneself and study it.
 Spark Oct 18, 2009
Finally, support for the Physical Education programs in Education! Great compilation of information on how exercise increases academic achievement! Though sometimes sidetracked by useless descriptive narrative of people, the numerous facts and results are convincing. An easy, quick read.
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Informative and Convincing Sep 14, 2009
In "Spark" Harvard Medical School John Ratey begins with an Illinois school district where administrators have implemented a fitness program and seen startling success in student's academic records. The administrators discovered that regular intense cardio-vascular exercise make students more alert and focused in the classroom, and able to absorb and retain information better. That's the power and miracle of exercise, Dr. Ratey says, and completey ignores the fact that smart committed administrators with initiative and drive are going to succeed no matter what program they implement (whether it be a reading program or a meditation program or an outdoor education program). The breathless writing in "Spark" -- exercise will relieve stress, anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorder, addiction, hormonal changes in women, and aging -- can be annoying at times, as is the overcomplicated science behind exercise's effect on the brain that can be skimmed at times and ignored at times. But there's no doubt that John Ratey offers sage and useful advice, and that the world would indeed be a lot better if people exercised more.
Great Evidence for the Benefits of Exercise! Aug 24, 2009
This book is fabulous, and I loved learning all the ways in which exercise can enhance health (particularly brain function) in both normal and clinical populations. However, it loses a star for not doing a better job of citing its sources. I would have loved to look up some of the studies Ratey mentions, but he doesn't provide citations. Nonetheless, this book is definitely worth reading!
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Exercise the Body and Reward the Brain Aug 06, 2009
Enjoyed this book because it was well written and understandable. It shows how aerobic exercise can have such a huge impact on your personality, on how you think and respond. This should be required reading for anyone dealing with children. It should be read and reread and notes taken. Do yourself and favor and read this book!
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