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April 22, 2010
Physical Activity May Strengthen The Brain.
ABC World News (4/14, story 11, 2:10, Sawyer) reported, "Federal health experts released a report today showing physical activity strengthens the brain. A study of school kids showed improved grades and test scores."
ABC (Wright) added, "At the University of Illinois, Dr. Charles Hillman's research shows that after a 30 minute stint on the treadmill, students actually do up to ten percent better at problem solving." Dr. Charles Hillman, University of Illinois: "It's good for attention. It's good for how fast individuals process information." Wright added that at one school that emphasizes physical education to strengthen the brain, a program has "been in place five years."
Posted by admin at April 22, 2010 08:11 PM