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Fight Aging With Physical and Mental Exercises

Cognitive decline is not inevitable as we age unless it is a result of poor health.  Mental alertness will continue as we age if we remain physically and mentally active.  Cardiovascular exercises act as a fuel for the brain.  Activities such as walking, line dancing, rope jumping, swimming, treadmills, bicycles (stationary or otherwise), and even yoga will increase the blood flow which allows oxygen to reach the brain.  This, combined with a good diet, not smoking and drinking moderately will reduce the risk of heart disease and strokes, etc.

According to researchers at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, thinking through the stages of a particular exercise, when unable to exercise, can actually strengthen a muscle  Athletes use this technique but know also that it does not replace actual exercise.

I found this same technique worked when I first learned to type; whenever I saw a sign, or read a book I mentally typed the words and strongly believe this helped to increase my typing speed.  I have also used this technique to assist me when sketching; I trace every outline of what I wish to draw with my eye and when it comes time to place pencil to paper, it is much easier to do the sketch because the image is more firmly etched upon my brain.

Stimulating our brains throughout our lives will help to keep us younger.  We can do this in many ways, often when we are doing other things, i.e.: if we are right-handed, we can use our left hand for activities such as brushing our hair, our teeth and eating or even for simple things like reaching for the telephone, closing the blinds or using our computer mouse.  Other ways of keeping our brains active are to do things with our eyes closed, i.e.: flossing our teeth, getting dressed, putting on socks or tying our shoelaces.

We can increase our mental capabilities by learning a new language, working with modeling clay, reading, playing a game of scrabble, working on crossword puzzles, doing Suduko or playing other games such as Bridge or Hearts.  Learning should be continuous throughout our whole lives.  It is also important to avoid monotony, routine, dissatisfaction and discontentment at any age.  As we get older, boredom will set in if we don’t maintain interests and hobbies, keep close connections with friends and family, or be involved with the business of living.  Boredom will lead to discontentment and unhappiness.  If substance abuse and isolation are the next steps following boredom, aging and poor health can’t be far behind.

My belief is that to retain the feeling of youth, we must wake up each and every morning as if the sun was shining and the birds were singing and tell ourselves that it’s good to be alive.  And the first question we should ask ourselves is, “What shall I do with my life today?’  No day should ever be wasted.

About the Author

Sylvia Behnish has published her first non-fiction book entitled “Roller Coaster Ride With Brain Injury (For Loved Ones)” which tells the story of the first year following her partner’s serious accident and subsequent brain injury. Her first fiction book entitled “His Sins” will be out in late fall. She has also had numerous articles published in newspapers and magazines in both Canada and the United States.

To order “Roller Coaster Ride With Brain Injury (For Loved Ones)” go to: orders@trafford.com
Blog: http://www.progressofabraininjury.blogspot.com
Website: http://www.talesbysylvia.com

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