Kicking the Brain Into Gear

As you watch your favorite soccer player sprint down the field and score the winning goal with a header shot, you’re probably focusing more on his speed and agility and less on his brain. But, there’s a lot going on inside an athlete’s brain — and a lot that could go wrong with a hard hit or blow to the head. Use the articles and classroom resources below to learn how the brain generates movement, the brain benefits of exercise, and the dangers of traumatic brain injury in contact sports.

About the Author

Kristina Reznikov

Kristina is the former web communications specialist for BrainFacts.org. She formerly worked as the publications director for a legal publications company in Washington, DC.