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07/18/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

All things in moderation, even gaming: Study shows one hour can improve visual attention, ability to focus

Playing video games is not bad for you, as long as it is in moderation. In fact, one hour of gaming can enhance the ability of a person to focus, according to a study published in the journal Frontiers in Human Neuroscience. The study was carried out by a team of researchers from the University […]

03/18/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Listening to music and videos while you work out can distract you from how hard you’re working, improving performance

Listening to music or watching a video while working out can distract you from how tough your routines truly are, according to a report that appeared in the Journal of Sport and Health Science. The study, led by researchers for the University of North Carolina, assessed whether listening to music, watching a video, or a combination of both […]

01/01/2018 / By JD Heyes

Trouble focusing in the new year? Try a 10-minute BURST of exercise to jumpstart your brain

Now that the holidays are over and we’re all back to working a normal schedule, the short, cold, days of winter produce a mental fog for many that won’t soon abate. As the euphoria of the season wanes and our festive moods turn dour, it can be a real challenge to stay mentally focused on […]

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