Mon, Aug 30, 2010 - Page 9 News List

Overuse of digital devices may lead to brain fatigue

Researchers say people need down time without stimulation for their brains to be able to create lasting memories of experiences

By Matt Richtel  /  NEW YORK TIMES NEWS SERVICE , SAN FRANCISCO

“It was an uproar. People said: ‘That’s what we’re paying for,’” said Leeane Jensen, 28, the fitness manager.

At least one exerciser has a different take. Two stories up from the main floor, Peter Colley, 23, churns away on one of the several dozen elliptical machines without a TV. Instead, they are bathed in sunlight, looking out onto the pool and palm trees.

“I look at the wind on the trees. I watch the swimmers go back and forth,” Colley said. “I usually come here to clear my head.”

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