health & wellbeing
apps to exercise
r u yo rain b
Exercising the brain can be an important, enjoyable part of everyday life.
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Numerous studies have suggested that engaging in mentally stimulating activities regularly can result in a reduced risk of cognitive decline and developing dementia. Activities that involve exercise for the brain include: •
reading and listening to podcasts
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taking a short course
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learning a new language
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playing musical instruments
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art and other creative pursuits
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taking part in activities such as sports, dancing, gardening
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board games, crosswords, Sudoku and other puzzles
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interacting with grandchildren
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involvement in service clubs and volunteering.
Almost any type of mental activity may be beneficial, but the most important thing is to continue to involve new learning, keep it varied and interesting, engage regularly and where possible make it a social event – involving friends and family. With the creation of puzzles and activities that can be accessed at the tap of your finger on your phone or tablet, here are five apps to download that can play a part in exercising your brain!
