Exercise itself moves information into our long term memory, that’s why it’s beneficial to take a walk as a study break.


Quote

“In fact, chances are it would help you more because exercise helps to transfer information into long-term memory (cf. Ratey 2008). Plus, exercise reduces stress, which is good, because stress floods our brains with hormones that suppress learning processes (Baram et al. 2008).”


Connections

Why we need to take breaks

Develop understanding to remember better

Changing Tasks v. Rest


Reference

Book: How to Take Smart Notes Author: Sönke Ahrens Location: 1376