Are athletic people more intelligent?

Athletes and people who exercise not only have better bods — they have better brains too, a host of studies have now firmly established. A review of studies published earlier this month, in fact, found that a balanced diet and regular exercise can protect the brain and ward off mental disorders.

Are athletes less smart?

A new study from the University of Kansas that analyzed academic performance of athletes and nonathletes across Kansas shows that participation in interscholastic athletics is often associated with better educational outcomes. “In general, an athlete is not smarter than a nonathlete,” Lumpkin said.

Which athletes are most intelligent?

Here is a list of some of the smartest athletes out there, from the NFL to Ultimate Frisbee.

• Joe Ogilvie, Golf.
• Craig Breslow, Baseball.
• Sarah Hughes, Figure Skating.
• Shannon Miller, Gymnastics.
• Sócrates, Soccer.
• Shane Battier, Basketball.
• Ryan Newman, NASCAR.
• All Players, Ultimate Frisbee.

Are athletes smarter than non-athletes?

What intelligence it is best if he is an athlete?

People who excel in this intelligence typically learn best by doing something physically as opposed to just reading and answering questions. Dancers, gymnasts, and athletes are among those that Gardner sees as having high kinesthetic intelligence.

What kind of intelligence do athletes have?

Bodily kinesthetic intelligence
Bodily kinesthetic intelligence is the capacity to manipulate objects and use a variety of physical skills. This intelligence also involves a sense of timing and the perfection of skills through mind–body union. Athletes, dancers, surgeons, and crafts people exhibit well-developed bodily kinesthetic intelligence.

Can athletes be smart?

The LAUSD recently conducted a study that shows athletes are quite the opposite of “dumb jocks.” In fact, athletes had higher grade point averages (GPA), performed better on standardized tests, and attended school and class more often than non-athletes. …