Researchers have detected increased activation in this area at the front of the brain when people are involved in thinking and problem solving that engages working memory. (edutopia.org)
These studies suggest that assisted exercise increases activation patterns within the brain. (lerner.ccf.org)
Second, they showed increased activation of executive «self - control» circuits in the brain, perhaps making them more effective in resisting temptations. (sciencedaily.com)