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• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Combine Exercise with Study
• Method 2 of 3: Create an Exercise Plan
• Method 3 of 3: Why it's important to combine exercise with study

Studying and passing exams can be challenging, and finding effective ways to learn is a task that seems impossible at all. Recent research has shown that there is a strong link between cognitive function, brain function, recall, and physical activity. This indicates that exercise will be very beneficial to your study regimen.If you're looking for a way to improve your learning ability, try incorporating daily workouts into your regimen.

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Method 1 of 3: Combine Exercise with Study

1. 1 Train right before school. If possible, exercise before you sit down to books and notebooks. Go for a run before you start preparing for an exam or revising your notes. On your way home, stop by the gym and do a couple of laps in the pool to be ready to study in the evening.
   • Aerobic exercise increases the flow of blood, oxygen, and nutrients to the brain, which improves brain function.
2. 2 Try light physical activity while training. A number of studies show that gentle training while studying helps you remember information better. If you are going to exercise while training, be sure to choose an easy activity.
   • Research also shows that intense exercise while learning impairs the ability to memorize because the brain is focused on training and not on the information being learned.
   • To play sports while training, take your notebook or synopsis to the gym. Sitting on a stationary bike, reread the materials for at least half an hour, setting the simulator to an easy mode. You can also use an elliptical track, treadmill, or stepper.
3. 3 Go to the gym immediately after training. Research has shown that exercise is beneficial for memorization and thought processes not only before and during study. Exercising after class can also help boost mental performance and improve learning ability.
   • Try going for a walk or even doing weights after school to keep your brain active and your textbook work pays off.
4. 4 Take a walk in the library. If you are in the library, break up your learning sessions with physical activity. Get up and walk around the building or nearby block for 15 minutes.
   • You can do the same if you study in a hostel or cafe.
   • Taking a break helps you freshen up and also improves blood flow to your brain, which helps you think and remember better.
5. 5 Exercise right at the table. You can increase the flow of blood right at the desk during training. If you don't want to interrupt your activity and go for a 15-minute walk, try physical activity right where you are.
   • Do some squats at the table. Get up out of your chair, and then sit down without dropping into the seat. Hold this position over the chair for about 10 seconds. Repeat 20 times.
   • Try wall squats. Lean against a wall and slowly lower yourself into a squat position using the wall to support your back. Hold this position for as long as possible, or do 20 squats, each time holding for 10 seconds. While holding the squat, you can also raise one leg for additional load.
   • Use an expander when you are sitting and studying. Take an expander in each hand and pull to work your upper body. You can also use dumbbells to swing your biceps while training.

Method 2 of 3: Create an Exercise Plan

1. 1 Determine the right amount of workouts. In order to add workouts to your schedule, you just need to plan everything. To reap the benefits of physical activity, devote 150 minutes a week to exercise.
   • Adults should do 150 minutes of moderate to 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity, or combine them with each other.
   • Teens need 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day.
2. 2 Choose a type of aerobic workout. There are many different aerobic exercise activities. You can do any team sport, go for walks with friends, or visit the gym. Be sure to note the intensity of your workouts.
   • Moderate physical activity can include a brisk walk at a speed of 4.5–5 km / h, or cycling at a speed of less than 15 km / h. Pair tennis, ballroom dancing, or gardening are also good moderate workouts.
   • Intense workouts include walking, running, or cycling at speeds over 15 km / h. You can also swim in the pool, play singles tennis, dance aerobics, jump rope, hike with a heavy backpack, or climb a mountain.
   • Many gyms offer excellent workouts for intense to moderate activity.
   • Any aerobic exercise session should be at least 10 minutes long to benefit brain function. It's also worth spreading your workouts evenly throughout the week to keep your focus and mind sharp.
3. 3 Take time to train. It can be difficult at first to stick to a workout program that will help your learning. Always keep in mind the great benefits training is for your mental and cognitive abilities, and remind yourself that it will help you improve your academic performance.
   • Sit down and make a list of all your commitments, activities, and hours of study. Be sure to also consider sleeping, eating, and other daily necessities such as showering. See where you can insert workouts in your routine.
   • Remember to keep in mind your daily activity. Walking 10 minutes or more to a workplace or school is considered aerobic physical activity. If you can start walking to school, then it is worth making such a change in your daily life.
   • Choose types of physical activity that are enjoyable and fit easily into your schedule. If you find it difficult to find time to exercise, try going for a half hour jog or dancing in your room for the same time.
   • Break your physical activity into small chunks, such as three ten-minute brisk walks, if you find it difficult to fit your workout into your day. This will also benefit the brain.
4. 4 Concentrate on consistency. Constant daily workouts, or workouts that coincide with training sessions, are more effective than trying to squeeze 150 minutes of physical activity into one weekend. Exercising regularly throughout the week (shortly before or after training sessions) will be more beneficial for brain function than exercising solely on weekends.
   • If you have classes three times a week and you study at home these days, try to go for a half-hour walk or run before you start working on your textbooks. If you spend every day at the university, try to spend half an hour or an hour after the end of the pairs doing some physical activity and only after that start learning on your own at home.
5. 5 Make exercise enjoyable. Exercise is a great way to reduce stress and anxiety. Therefore, try not to turn physical activity into a stressful experience. This should be a manifestation of self-care. Remember that while you’re not learning or working, you’re still helping yourself improve your overall learning performance.
   • Listen to music while exercising. Numerous studies have linked music to lower levels of stress and anxiety. When you go out for a walk, listen to music that either relaxes you or brings you a sense of happiness.
   • Train with your friends. This will kill two birds with one stone: include physical activity in your day, and chat with friends, which will lift your mood and reduce stress.

Method 3 of 3: Why it's important to combine exercise with study

1. 1 Exercise improves mental function. Research shows that physical activity can improve mental clarity and cognitive function.After exercise, your brain works better and you can think more clearly.
   • Physical activity also helps improve memory and recall, which are very important in learning.
   • Aerobic exercise helps increase blood flow to the brain, which gives it more oxygen and nutrients it needs to function and process information.
2. 2 Exercise to reduce stress. Physical activity brings many benefits, but one of the important points for students is that exercise also helps to improve mood. Regular exercise can help reduce the anxiety you may have about school.
   • Regular aerobic exercise has been shown to help reduce tension, stabilize mood, and reduce stress.
   • Just five minutes of cardio will begin to lower your anxiety levels.
3. 3 Exercise to boost energy. Exercise has tremendous benefits, including increased energy. This is very important if you are a student and are trying to prepare for several exams. Aerobic exercise will be more effective than a couple of cups of coffee.
   • Regular exercise boosts energy levels.
   • Since physical activity reduces stress, it helps reduce fatigue associated with increased stress levels.
   • Exercise improves sleep quality. Getting good rest helps you feel more alert and allows your brain to function better when you study.