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JOHN RATEY HITS IT OUT-OF-THE-PARK WITH SPARK ! !
Spark is a luminous and visionary book. John Ratey and Eric Hagerman have done a terrific job of bringing the neuroscience of exercise and the brain to the mainstream in an intelligent, inspiring and practical book. Once I started reading Spark, I couldn't put it do...Read More
Spark is a luminous and visionary book. John Ratey and Eric Hagerman have done a terrific job of bringing the neuroscience of exercise and the brain to the mainstream in an intelligent, inspiring and practical book. Once I started reading Spark, I couldn't put it down. The writing is smart, effortless and heartfelt. John Ratey is on a crusade to spread the message that exercise can transform people's lives from the inside out--and he presents this case convincingly. His enthusiasm is contagious. Spark will definitely persuade and motivate readers from all walks of life to make exercise something that they seek most days of the week. Spark is packed with tons of really valuable scientific information and case studies, but it is never a heavy read. Ratey mixes in personal anecdotes, other people's experiences and practical advice to bring the pages to life. He also manages to maintain a friendly and down-to-earth voice even when discussing potentially mind-numbingly dry neuroscience. His conversational, upbeat tone keeps the eyes from glazing over and the pages turning...The science in this book is thorough and cutting-edge without ever being stodgy or overly complicated. Huge thanks to John Ratey and Eric Hagerman for this timely, accessible and inspiring contribution to the field of Exercise and the Brain. Reading Spark will improve your life. I highly recommend this book. Christopher BerglandShow Less
posted by Anonymous on March 3, 2008
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1 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
another magic bullet
Exercise is pretty good and often missing in American lifestyle. However, I became skeptical when exercise was the magic bullet that solved almost all problems.
A huge gap in the book is a discussion of the exercise injuries.
posted by 1136363 on July 18, 2009
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Posted March 3, 2008
JOHN RATEY HITS IT OUT-OF-THE-PARK WITH SPARK ! !
Spark is a luminous and visionary book. John Ratey and Eric Hagerman have done a terrific job of bringing the neuroscience of exercise and the brain to the mainstream in an intelligent, inspiring and practical book. Once I started reading Spark, I couldn't put it down. The writing is smart, effortless and heartfelt. John Ratey is on a crusade to spread the message that exercise can transform people's lives from the inside out--and he presents this case convincingly. His enthusiasm is contagious. Spark will definitely persuade and motivate readers from all walks of life to make exercise something that they seek most days of the week. Spark is packed with tons of really valuable scientific information and case studies, but it is never a heavy read. Ratey mixes in personal anecdotes, other people's experiences and practical advice to bring the pages to life. He also manages to maintain a friendly and down-to-earth voice even when discussing potentially mind-numbingly dry neuroscience. His conversational, upbeat tone keeps the eyes from glazing over and the pages turning...The science in this book is thorough and cutting-edge without ever being stodgy or overly complicated. Huge thanks to John Ratey and Eric Hagerman for this timely, accessible and inspiring contribution to the field of Exercise and the Brain. Reading Spark will improve your life. I highly recommend this book. Christopher Bergland
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Anonymous
Posted July 27, 2009
Spark
This book is an excellent review of exercise and the brain. It is a fairly high level read with very little explanation of neuroscience and neuroanatomy terms. My son read it for an AP Psych class in 10th grade and found it very interesting.
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Anonymous
Posted July 18, 2009
another magic bullet
Exercise is pretty good and often missing in American lifestyle. However, I became skeptical when exercise was the magic bullet that solved almost all problems.
A huge gap in the book is a discussion of the exercise injuries.1 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Anonymous
Posted January 19, 2008
A reviewer
This book has inspired me to go forward in my profession, Physical Education. Dr. Ratey, in simple language has put in a book that I have known about all my life. Exercise is the best medicine for everyone. Education administrators and the US Education System should follow the ideas in this book. Naperville High School BRAVO for your dedication to your students to make them the best they can be.
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Anonymous
Posted April 14, 2012
Highly Recommend
Spark provided an excellent balance between describing the positive effects of exercise on the mind and the biology behind the effects. An excellent read for anyone interested in the molecular functioning of mind and body feelings.
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DrConnie
Posted March 14, 2012
Highly recommended
If you like exercise, you will love this book. Even if you don't like exercise you will find this book motivating. If you are a Fitness professional you will find this book helpful in motivating your students and giving justification for what you do everyday. Dr. Ratey presents the well-researched information in a clear and interesting manner.
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Anonymous
Posted January 17, 2012
Highly Recommended!
Incredibly written and researched. One of the most interesting books I've read in a while!
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Anonymous
Posted January 28, 2012
Okay
Okay
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Anonymous
Posted May 17, 2012
Loved this book
Fascinating. I love this book.
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RS83PA
Posted April 10, 2010
Not bad
Good overall book. Easy to read, nice information, though it was a little repetitive. This issue needs to be studied more and more diversified research needs to be done.
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Anonymous
Posted May 7, 2009
Very inspiring book
Very interesting and easy to read book about the benefits of exercising, both for learning and mood for people of all ages. It really helped me to understand why I feel better after swimming and why if I am too busy to exercise I crave for my swim routine afterwards.
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It's also good for health professionals because it provides information of clinical (randomized, controlled and double blind) studies that justify the author's views. -
Anonymous
Posted February 6, 2008
wake up and move
Spark is a book for health professionals and for anyone who cares about their health. Dr. John Ratey, an accomplished researcher and scholar, 'check out a A User's Guide to the Brain another great book' has written a book that inspires you to move. Our sedentary culture is ill. Our bodies having been ignored for too long. Now there is evidence here that real growth changes are happening when we stress our bodies with exercize. Every physical system gets more efficient 'cardiovascular, neurological...every one' and best of all it feels good. Check this book out...you will wake up inspired to physical action. And pass it on please...Americans need Exercize!
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