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Mentioned in 23 episodes

Spark

The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain

Book • 2013

In 'Spark', John J. Ratey, M.D.

, explores the comprehensive connection between exercise and the brain, presenting research that proves exercise is a potent defense against conditions such as depression, ADD, addiction, aggression, menopause, and Alzheimer's.

The book includes case studies, such as the revolutionary fitness program in Naperville, Illinois, which significantly improved science test scores among 19,000 students.

Ratey explains how exercise physically remodels the brain for peak performance, reducing stress, lifting mood, fighting memory loss, and sharpening intellect.

The book covers various chapters on stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, hormonal changes, and aging, all highlighting the beneficial effects of exercise on mental and physical health.

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

Nick "Chewy" Albin

Coach Travis Mash

Mentioned in 23 episodes

Mentioned by

Andrew Huberman

as a book that discusses the role of play in neuroplasticity.

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Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

when discussing the importance of working out before tackling hard problems.

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Mentioned by

Coleman Ruiz

in relation to the importance of physical movement for brain health.

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Mentioned by

Luc Levesque

as a great book on the neuroscience of exercise and its impact on cognition and performance.

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Mentioned by

Tim Ferriss

as a book about the benefits of exercise for the brain.

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Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

regarding the time effect of working out.

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Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

in relation to the benefits of exercise on cognitive function.

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Recommended by Kelly Starrett as a book about the benefits of exercise for brain health.

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Mentioned by

Ben Greenfield

when discussing the cognitive benefits of exercise.

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Mentioned by

Gedale Fenster

to explain that exercising releases chemicals similar to Ritalin and Prozac.

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Mentioned by

Coach Travis Mash

, referencing a book that explores the connection between exercise and improved cognitive function.

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Recommended by

Tracy Otsuka

as the best book she's read on the connection between exercise and psychological health, especially for those with ADHD.

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Mentioned by

Tom Bilyeu

when discussing the time effect of working out.

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Mentioned by

Myke Hurley

as an email app.

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Mentioned by

Ben Bergeron

when discussing the "box program", a before-school activity based on Ratey's work.

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Mentioned by

Adam Schafer

as a book that highlights the positive effects of exercise on brain health.

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Mentioned by

Brian Johnson

as one of John Rady's great books.

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Mentioned by

Nick "Chewy" Albin

when discussing the importance of monitoring training intensity.

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Mentioned by

Brian Johnson

as today's book, highlighting its benefits for brain health, focus, and emotional well-being.

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Mentioned by

Ben Greenfield

in relation to exercise, mTOR, and BDNF production in the brain.

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