Winner's Brain - Summary

Do you believe in doing everything possible to get fortune on your side?  The summary table from "The Winner's Brain" lays out a plan.

You won't have to think about the exercise component, so you're already off to a head start. Exercise improves both brain circulation and oxygen delivery.

Stimulating activity like learning a language or doing math problems enhances key neural pathways and can improve brain function AND structure.

Nutritionally, anti-oxidants have potential benefits. Who doesn't like berries (1/2 of a cup) and TWO apples a day? There is evidence about the value of LOW doses of caffeine, but NOT in the evening before sleep.

"Sleep that knits up the raveled sleeve of care," was how Shakespeare put it. Teens often fail to get the 7-8 hour minimum of sleep that's advised. Sleep, especially REM sleep (dream sleep) has restorative functions and improves retention of recently learned information.

In addition to skill building and team building, double down on mental conditioning to bring out your best.