The University of Miami Patti and Allen Herbert Wellness Center and the Institute for Mindfulness Studies are excited to introduce BrainGain, a series of three cutting-edge neuro-wellness programs to help balance and enhance your academic performance and well-being.

Drawing on exciting findings in the areas of neuroscience, sports and exercise physiology, and mindfulness practices, these three programs were created to help students cultivate and develop brain health, i.e, BrainGain. 

Each of the three programs focuses on activities that can contribute to changes to the structure and function of our brains -- exercise, sleep, and meditation.  Because a core component to these program is neuroplasticity, the ongoing rewiring of our brains in response to experience, the name of each program utilizes the phrase “rewire

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The program begins in Fall 2010 and is open to all students, without charge. More detailed information on the program will be made available at the Wellness Center, across campus, and on this site beginning August 16th.

Perspire to Rewire: Cross-Train Exercise and Studying at the Wellness Center with a program and room set up just for this purpose.

Respire to Rewire: Harness the power of breath awareness by choosing one of three sitting exercises to enhance concentration, calm, and connection. 

The UM BrainGain program is coordinated by Ashley Falcon and Scott Rogers.  Click here to learn more about the program coordinators.  Click here to see a program brochure.

Retire to Rewire: Utilize smart napping and day dreaming and snooze your way to a healthier brain, greater creativity, and more effective studying.

You’ve may have seen on campus one or more of these posters announcing the program. To see an enlarged version click on one of the following three links.  Poster One | Poster Two | Poster Three