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How can physical exercises make students' brains work better?

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Question added by Salsabeel Al-Abed , Educational Resource Coordinator , Al Tayseer Educational Center
Date Posted: 2019/01/27
Muhammad Ahtasham Abid
by Muhammad Ahtasham Abid , Data Analyst , Caterpillar

Physical exercise enhances brain function by increasing blood flow, which supplies the brain with more oxygen and nutrients. This stimulates the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which supports brain cell growth and improves cognitive functions like memory, focus, and learning. Regular physical activity also reduces stress and anxiety, improves mood through the release of endorphins, and promotes better sleep—all of which contribute to improved mental clarity and overall brain health. Additionally, exercise has been shown to increase neuroplasticity, helping the brain adapt and learn more effectively.

Afreen Shahid
by Afreen Shahid , Research Associate , MRD Life Sciences (P) Limited

Physical activities improves blood circulation, which means more supply of oxygen rich blood as well as nutrients towards your brain and improve your hippocampus area that improves memory and lerning capacity. It also help in removal of toxins and waste materials efficiently from brain.

Dr Irfan Hussain
by Dr Irfan Hussain , Lecturer Biochemistry , University of Kashmir

Exercise enhances brain function by increasing blood circulation, lifting mood, and supporting memory retention. It improve concentration and mental clarity. Brief bouts of exercise can help students remain alert and engaged, resulting in improved academic performance.

Muhammad Zubair
by Muhammad Zubair , secondary education teacher computer science , Ministry Of Education - Other

Physical exercise boosts cognitive function by increasing blood flow to the brain, enhancing mood, and improving memory retention. Regular exercise has been shown to release neurotransmitters such as dopamine and endorphins, which contribute to better focus, mental clarity, and problem-solving abilities. Studies suggest that short bursts of exercise can help students be more alert and engaged during learning sessions, leading to better academic performance.

Dominique Blanche Bowers
by Dominique Blanche Bowers , Business Lecturer , University of the western cape

Physical activity reduces levels of stress hormones like cortisol while boosting mood-enhancing chemicals like endorphins. Lower stress levels allow students to think more clearly and perform better academically

MOIEN QADIR MALIK
by MOIEN QADIR MALIK , Lecturer in Science and Science Educator , HIgher Education Jammu and Kashmir

Physical exercises have a profound impact on students' brain function, enhancing both cognitive performance and mental well-being. Here's how:

  1. Improved Blood Flow to the Brain
  2. Enhanced Memory and Focus
  3.  Reduced Stress and Anxiety

Rimsha Baloach
by Rimsha Baloach , Visiting Lecturer , Ghazi University

Physical exercise boosts brain function by enhancing blood flow, promoting neurogenesis, and releasing mood-regulating neurotransmitters. It improves focus, and memory, and reduces stress. Hence, this leads to better learning and academic performance.

Abdulbaki Shuaib
by Abdulbaki Shuaib , Graphics Designer , Uvest realty LTD.

Physical exercises can be described as those activities that is being performed to help the body achieve maximal productivity. Students that participate in this activities have the 90% tendency of being able to perform well in the days activity because the system of the body is fully ready for it. Therefore, it helps the brain to work effectively because it has being charged

Rashid Iqbal
by Rashid Iqbal , Asssistant Professor , Shifa College of Medical Technology, Shifa Tameer-e Millat University

Physical exercise improves students' brain function by enhancing blood flow, reducing stress, boosting cognitive abilities, and promoting better mood and sleep, which all contribute to improved learning and memory.

Ronald Musaasizi
by Ronald Musaasizi , IB Librarian , Kabojja International School (KIS)

Exercise stimulates the production of dopamine and serotonin, key hormones for regulating mood, motivation, and energy levels.

Hadi  Pazhoumandrad
by Hadi Pazhoumandrad , Teacher , radman technical and vocational school

Cardio activities that increase the heart rate and breathing such as walking, running, dancing, skipping and jumping, have been shown to increase blood flow and oxygen to the brain and improve brain function.

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