Every classroom has at least one – an impulsive, disruptive student who is constantly getting in trouble for their behavior. Luckily, there’s an easy solution: physical activity
A new study found that a simple solution for impulsiveness in children is physical activity. Researchers found that the brain controls inhibitory control, which regulates impulsive behavior. Also found was a link between neurocognitive functions relating to exercise. In short, physical activity in schools has a proven, positive influence on impulsive actions.
Think of exercise as medication. It’s known that executive functions such as sequencing, memory and prioritizing are necessary skills to not only be successful in school, but life. Put simply, physical activity can prime the brain for learning in school.
Alzheimer’s and Exercise
Posted: April 10, 2019
As mentioned in previous articles we have written here, exercise, such as practicing Choi Kwang Do, can reduce the effects on aging on the brain.
When exercising, both the left and right side of the brain are used, enabling them to coordinate and sharpen. When exercising your brain, age is not a concern, according to neuroanatomist Dr. Marian Diamond, professor of biology at the University of California-Berkeley.
Diamond said that the process of learning, at any stage of life, stimulates nerve cells to form dendrites, linking knowledge and experience and forming what she calls the “hardware” of intelligence.
New Year’s Resolution
Posted: April 10, 2019
Going into the New Year, many have resolutions to improve their health, well-being or fitness. Why not achieve all of these goals with a single activity?
If you’re looking for a great start to 2019, look no further. Making your resolution to begin practicing Choi Kwang Do can not only improve your health, but many other aspects of your life as well. Here are only a few ways that CKD can benefit you next year.
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De-escalation and Conflict Resolution
Posted: April 10, 2019
As Choi Kwang Do is a non-contact sport, our practice stresses there are alternate options to violence or contact when resolving conflict. Learning how to de-escalate conflicts in an effective manner is a skill that can not only protect you in personal positions, but bystanders in by-chance situations as well.
Anticipating potential conflict is important for preparedness. Watch for the variety of verbal and non-verbal cues that can warn when a conflict is going to arise.
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Back to School: Choi Kwang Do & Your Student
Posted: April 10, 2019
As students return to school this fall, it’s important to help them hone their energy toward productive tasks. Choi Kwang Do is not only beneficial to your student’s health, but can help them learn discipline, boost their metabolism, improve concentration and better their attitude.
Choi Kwang Do’s movements require balance and coordination. These movements have been designed specifically to stimulate the production of neurotrophins –natural substances that stimulate the growth of nerve cells and increase the number of neural connections in the brain.
Unlike traditional martial arts, activities or sports that employ homo-lateral movements (using one side of the body), which can be harmful to the body and stressful to the brain, CKD’s movements are cross-lateral (uses both sides of the body) like a baby’s crawl.