Majoring in media and strategic communications, Lukas Politis received the Gael Scholarship grant from Iona College. Lukas Politis is a sports enthusiast who regularly plays basketball as a hobby and was once a winner during the 3×3 fundraiser tournament in his college intramurals. In addition, he has a personal trainer which keeps him fit for his active lifestyle.
Studies suggest that physically active individuals are not only healthier but perform better on tests related to intellectual ability. A Harvard University psychiatrist named John Ratey synthesized volumes of research works in his book, “Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain.” The book mentioned that the MRI scans of sedentary persons who get involved in fitness activities showed an increase in the frontal lobes and the hippocampus. These parts of the brain are responsible for cognitive function, learning, and memory.
Another study conducted by the universities of Dundee and Strathclyde among 5,000 adolescents and children showed strong links between physical exercise and success in english, science, and math exams. According to the study, children between the ages of 11 and 16 who exercised regularly are more academically inclined.
The Centers for Disease and Control Prevention also reported in 2010 that in 50 studies revolving around the subjects of physical activity and academic performance, 251 associations between the two subjects were noted, representing measures of cognitive attitudes and skills, academic behavior, and academic achievement.
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