Muscles and the brain

Some very exciting connections between moving your muscles - exercise - and increased capacity to learn.

Dr John Ratey has written a book called Spark that explores the connection between exercise and brain performance. His web site has a must see video - 'brain gains' .

"Exercise doesn't make you smarter but it puts the brain of the learner in the optimal position for them to learn."

A school in Naperville, IL (Naperville Central High School) has worked with Dr Ratey and the PE Department is at the forefront of the school's academic success.