Challenge Your Mind with a Brain Gym Workout

Aging well includes exercising regularly, having a healthy diet, and keeping your brain stimulated and challenged. Many seniors do not perform activities that challenge them to utilize key cognitive functions, such as problem solving, which can lead to deterioration in cognitive capacity and function over time. Digital cognitive therapy tools like Brian Gym can be used to promote healthy aging in seniors by providing them with opportunities to stimulate cognitive functions that they may be under-using.

"I really regret taking that yoga class - SAID NO ONE EVER!" That's a saying among those who know what happens to the body during a good workout. Our muscles loosen up, the blood flows to our brain, we breathe more deeply, and we forget about the things that were stressing us out. Afterwards, we may be tired, but at the same time we have a sense of accomplishment and may notice that our mood has improved. By recognizing the connection between brain and body fitness, individuals can adopt a holistic approach to their well-being, incorporating activities and habits that support both aspects for optimal health.

Six components of brain health have been identified and are incorporated in Brain Gym. These include:

• Physical fitness
• Social engagement
• Cognitive fitness
• Quality sleep
• Healthful nutrition
• Stress management