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I was studying for the GMAT in Palm Beach in 08. And working out heavily at the gym. I noticed that i did much worse at test questions after a big workout. I'm sure you do better long run, but a heavy workout can tire you out enough to slow your brain a bit

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"BRIEF AEROBIC exercise immediately enhances visual attentional control and perceptual speed..."

"...And working out HEAVILY at the GYM..."

Ironically that’s the sort of thing the GMAT tests for ;-)

Weightlifting tends not to be all that aerobic, and you can end up pretty delerious after very heavy movements. I would be in no mood to think hard after 5 sets of heavy squats!

What type of work-out?

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