Best selling author, John J. Ratey, MD, is an Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and an internationally recognized expert in Neuropsychiatry. He has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles, and 11 books published in 15 languages, including the groundbreaking ADD-ADHD “Driven to Distraction” series with Ned Hallowell, MD. With the publication of  "Spark-The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain," Dr. Ratey has established himself as one of the world's foremost authorities on the brain-fitness connection.  His latest book, “Go Wild” explores how we can achieve optimal physical and mental health by getting in touch with our caveman roots, and how we can “re-wild” our lives.

In this interview we talk about:- How activity acts as a social magnet- Why group fitness is so addicting and creates "cult" like following- How we can overcome social anxiety through movement- What couples can do to reinvigorate their relationship- And much, much more!

To find more about Dr. Ratey you can visit his website: www.johnratey.com

Please enjoy this conversation with Dr. John Ratey!