Dr. John Ratey on Sports, Physical Activity, and Academic Performance

Dr. John Ratey of Harvard Medical School has done pioneering work on how physical exercise helps children (and adults) learn.  In this video he explains how exercise can boost learning, help mitigate behavioral problems, and aid in the management of ADHD.  He also gives examples of how schools are integrating physical activity into the school day, and talks specifically about the relationship between sports participation and academic performance.