Keeping Your Mind Sharp as You Age

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If you want the magic formula for staying sharp mentally as you age, here it is- EXERCISE. Well, what did you think I was going to say, “watch more TV”? There are tons of studies that show huge benefits for our brains as well as the rest of our bodies from daily exercise. This article from Prevention lists a week long (7 day) program for staying young and feeling better. It works for kids and it works for senior adults, although the results for seniors is nothing short of amazing. Take the time to read through it and write down a daily schedule to follow. None of the suggestions are overly time consuming and most can be done at home. Just DO IT! From MSNBC-

To create the ultimate brainpower workout, we developed this 7-day plan based on cutting-edge research that will wake you up above the neck while still delivering the calorie-torching, body-toning benefits of ordinary workouts. The twist: Simple tweaks such as choosing scenic walking routes, closing your eyes while strength-training, and even playing catch activate areas of your brain that regular exercise doesn’t challenge. Follow along for a week’s worth of workouts, then continue to use the strategies below as often as possible, whether you repeat the 7-day plan or incorporate the techniques into your own routine.