Parents often encourage their kids to simply study more to get better grades but recent studies show that a another way of achieving high marks in the classroom may be through exercise. Exercise not only improves growing bodies but improves growing brains as well; studies show fit students scored 30% higher on standardized tests than their non-fit counterparts.
Researchers speculate that exercise in children improves academics by burning off pent-up energy, calming kids and allowing them to focus; boosting self esteem; and increasing blood flow to the brain, helping with memory and concentration. Though exercise alone will not make kids smarter, it will put kids' brains in the optimal position to learn.
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