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Sweat, Study, Succeed | Emily Stevens | TEDxBrighton College Dubai Youth
TEDx Talks· 2026-01-30 16:21
Hello, I'm Emily. Now ladies and gents, I'm here today to express an interesting topic. Can sports help you in academics.Some people say sports can distract students in classrooms or make them moody, making it harder to concentrate, but I disagree. Have you ever thought about how sports improve something extremely important. Time management.When you play sports, you're forced to balance games, practices, and all that homework, school gives you us, which definitely makes me stressed. And that's where sports ...
The Cognitive and Biological Blocks Between You and Exercising | Danielle Garbarino | TEDxSHSU
TEDx Talks· 2026-01-27 17:40
Beginning to exercise can be a difficult task for many, but why? Drawing on her psychology and research background, Danielle Garbarino dives into both cognitive and biological reasons why incorporating physical activity into one’s life can be so challenging. Through this light-hearted journey, she introduces some possible solutions to make the daunting task of exercising a little bit easier, while also recognizing and accepting why it’s difficult. Adding physical activity into your life is life-changing, so ...
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Ansem 🧸💸· 2025-12-08 20:39
when you wake up, pick up a journal and pen before you pick up your phone30 minutes of activity // being outside even if its just walking before checking electronicscommit to recreational sports activity w/ close friend(s) that is once/weektrain memory by recalling something you've learned during the day by writing it down from memory before you go to sleepdon't bring phone into bedroom everschmosby (@schmosby_xbt):I want to be life maxxing moreFeel as though I've developed poor habits recently and not as s ...
The Beauty of Consistency: Our Journey of Small Wins | Aryan Prasad & Deepak Dang | TEDxMVJCE
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-10 17:58
Problem Identification & Solution - The founders identified loneliness and dissatisfaction among people in Tier 1 cities, who often feel disconnected despite being surrounded by others [1] - The proposed solution is a run club, "Daud," designed to foster social connections and improve mental and physical well-being through group fitness activities [2][3] - The run club integrates running with social elements to make it more appealing and sustainable for participants [3] Run Club Model & Community Impact - The run club started with 30-50 people and grew to over 400-500 participants per run, creating a movement that attracts a diverse crowd [3] - The model includes a run followed by a social venue with music, coffee, and games to encourage interaction and networking [3] - The run club provides a sense of community and family for individuals who have moved away from their hometowns, combating loneliness [3] - Participants have experienced physical transformations, with many running for the first time and achieving significant weight loss [3] Business Philosophy & Growth Strategy - The founders emphasize the importance of acting on ideas promptly and using available resources, rather than waiting for perfect conditions [4][5] - The company focuses on creating a valuable experience for participants, even through small gestures like providing a ₹20 (approximately $0.25 USD) cup of coffee [5] - The company aims to expand the run club concept across India, building on the success and community impact achieved in the first year [3] - The company values consistency, discipline, and continuous effort as key drivers for building a successful community and achieving personal growth [5]
A New Age of Old: Redefining How We Age | Daniel Cottmeyer | TEDxGeorgiaStateU
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-10 14:34
[Music] So, I'll start with a show of hands. How many of you out in the crowd are actually excited to get old. So, like I thought, that's not many of you.A lot of people will say they're not excited to get old or even that they don't want to get old. And to that, I always ask, what's the other option. Right.Because we're not going to stay the same age and we're certainly not getting getting any younger. So, if we're not getting older, then we're right. And I can't imagine that all of you out in the crowd th ...
Transforming Dreams into Reality | Lina Almaeena | TEDxAIS Jeddah Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-03 15:09
Social Impact of Sports & Physical Activity - The speaker's early dreams included women driving, attending stadiums, working in sales, and participating in sports, reflecting a desire for greater gender equality in Saudi Arabia [1][2] - The speaker recognized the power of global sports to represent identity, nation, and culture [3] - Physical activity helped the speaker overcome postpartum depression, highlighting its positive impact on mental health [5] - The speaker started a commercial license to train tens of thousands of people, including girls, boys, and people with disabilities, demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity [6] - The speaker climbed Everest base camp to promote physical activity and support women diagnosed with breast cancer [8] - The Saudi Vision 2030 aimed to increase physical activity from 13% to 40%, aligning with the speaker's work [9] - The integration of PE in public schools was achieved after a debate in the Shura Council, expanding access to physical activity for girls [13] - The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of physical activity for immunity [17] Overcoming Challenges & Achieving Goals - The speaker transformed childhood dreams into reality by advocating for change in the Shura Council [11] - Despite losing key players, the speaker's basketball team won gold for the second consecutive year, demonstrating resilience and teamwork [19][20]
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BREAD | ∑:· 2025-08-30 19:43
There are few highs in this world as euphoric as energizing music pushing you through demanding physical activity.Zero which have the same compounding effects on the rest of your life. ...
The neurobiology of sport | Natalia Monkiewicz | TEDxTrilo Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-14 16:09
Health & Wellness - Over 80% of adolescents worldwide do not meet the World Health Organization's standard of at least one hour of daily physical activity [2] - A 2011 study showed that regular physical activity can increase the volume of the hippocampus, a brain region crucial for memory [7][8] - Participants who exercised regularly experienced a 2% increase in hippocampus volume over a year, while inactive adults typically see a 1% decrease [10] - Physical activity aids in the synthesis of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which supports learning and memory [11][12] Stress Management & Cognitive Function - Physical exercise can help regulate the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, reducing the negative impacts of chronic stress and cortisol [17][19] - Regular physical activity can improve performance under pressure and enhance the ability to cope with stressful situations [28][29] Evolutionary Biology & Learning - From an evolutionary perspective, physical exertion and heightened brain activity are interconnected for survival, aiding in analyzing situations and adapting to stressors [5][6]