Posts Tagged ‘athletes’
Play sports (smartly) for a quieter brain and better auditory processing
___ Athletes Have Quieter Brains, New Research Shows (Sci News): “No one would argue against the fact that sports lead to better physically fitness, but we don’t always think of brain fitness and sports,” said Professor Nina Kraus, director of the Auditory Neuroscience Laboratory at Northwestern University. “We’re saying that playing sports can tune the brain…
Read MoreNike launches mental training app to help soccer players win the mental game
Nike Moves into Brain Training with Launch of Pro Genius (Creativity): “Nike has made its first move into the world of mental training with the launch of Pro Genius, a series of tools and techniques designed to help young soccer players develop the mental side of their game
Read MoreLooking for a mental edge, more professional athletes adopt brain training apps
. Brain training gaining momentum as new app for athletes to be unveiled (ESPN): “Brain science for athletes is getting more attention, not only as scrutiny over concussion testing becomes greater with reports of long term damage to pros but also as brain training becomes more professionalized. “Everyone is looking for that edge,
Read MoreBrain Training News Digest
Here is a news digest on brain training to start your stimulating New Year: Brain training games: Do they work? This piece explores the world of computerized brain training software: Who uses them? Are they worth the expense? You can also check out Sharpbrains Program Evaluation checklist to learn about the 10 questions to ask when…
Read MoreMetaCarnival #1: a conversation across the blogosphere
Welcome to the first edition of MetaCarnival: a Carnival of Carnivals (announced here), the new, monthly, and interdisciplinary gathering of blogs and blog carnivals. Let’s picture all participants in the shadow of an expansive sycamore tree, conducting a lively Q&A lunch discussion. General Advice Q: What would you recommend to live as long as possible,…
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