Athletes Multitask Better than Others

According to this study by researchers at the University of Illinois, athletes are better at multi-tasking. Researchers created a simulation where people had to cross a busy street while also texting on a cell phone or changing their iPod. They tested athletes vs non-athletes and found that the athletes made it safely across the street 72% of the time as opposed to 55% by non-athletes. Researchers believe this is because athletes are constantly forced to make split second decisions on the court and field. They also believe that multitasking in sports can transfer to everyday multitasking, giving these athletes an advantage. Lastly, they believe talking on the phone and crossing the street was much harder than while texting or changing the iPod. This study is important as it shows athletes may be better multitaskers, but it can also cause dangerous situations.