When it comes to improving brain health it can be something a lot of us put on the back burner. While maintaining your physical health does help with your brain function we could all use a few ideas to keep your mind sharp as well. Let's explore some different ways to help keep you sharp!
Did you know your brain shrinks in volume as you age? In fact after the age of 40 each decade it shrinks a whopping 5%! Throughout the course of your lifespan your brain changes more than any other part of the body. Despite the changes in cognition that come with older age, adults can still do many things to help improve their brain function & maintain it through the years to come.
More often than not we have stick to our normal routines & don't often branch out to try or learn something new. There are many things you can do to actively stimulate the brain & improve brain function here are some ideas!
Learn a new language
Play a new instrument
Solve a puzzle
Build your vocabulary
Read a book
Use your senses
Try a new workout
Play cards!
When it comes to brain function yours can be dramatically improved by getting your creative juices flowing. Being creative while doing something you love can put you in a flow state that helps ease the mind & get you "in the zone". The frontal cortex has long been thought of as the hub or center of creativity. You don't have to pick up a paintbrush to get creative here are some activities if you see yourself as "non-creative"
Try to free-write it can be about anything at all. Can't think of anything? Write about the first thing you see when you look up from your notebook!
Brainstorm while you're doing an everyday task
Travel to places you've never been & learn about the culture
Connect with creative people
Your brain hates stress! Staying on top of your stress level can help keep cortisol levels down and keep your brain healthy. Stress & anxiety affect brain functions like attention, memory, reasoning & problem-solving. Here are some ideas to help aid you in managing stress levels so you can improve brain function.
Get a massage
Take a bath
Meditate
Try a yoga class
Listen to your favorite music
Take breaks while working
Go on a walk
Do something you love
Light candles
Getting in a good workout is not only healthy for your body but also for your brain! Physical activity can improve your cognitive health—helping you think, learn, problem-solve, and enjoy emotional balance. If you don't think of yourself as an "active" person there are ways to get in physical activity without having to step foot in a gym here are some ideas:
Try rock climbing
Go for a bike ride
Do laps in the pool
Go for a round of golf
Go dancing
Play frisbee
Hiking
Take your dog to the park
Kayaking
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