Brain Education for Successful Aging

Are you worried about losing your memory?
Are you concerned about losing your grip on reality?
Are you afraid what might happen if you do lose your memory?
Most adults are. In fact, over 80% of baby boomers are concerned about brain function, or losing brain capacity.
During the 6th annual ICAA conference last week in San Antonio, I had the opportunity to attend a cutting edge research seminar on Brain Education for Successful Aging hosted by Cal State Fullerton brain education expert, Dr. Jessie Jones and Master student, Nicole Dean.
Dr. Jones did a fabulous job of explaining what happens to our brain during the aging process and ways a person can optimize brain function while aging using the BEST training program.
My friends, the results are in: Physical activity is the best thing you can do to maintain your brain, the take home message was "What's good for your heart is good for you brain".

To improve function, tasks should be:

• Complex (aka, challenging)

• New

• Some type of aerobic movement that increases circulation

Studies indicate walking is one of the best exercises you can do because walking involves moving various parts of the body. By paying attention to what you're doing, you engage the thinking process which stimulates the brain.
During my fall risk reduction exercise classes, I challenge participants to practice the skill of walking in place. No big deal, right? Try it after years of using a walker or cane!
I challenge adults to lift the opposite arm and leg (the body's natural balance mechanism) and you should see the concentration level rise! Practice makes perfect and my class is a perfect example of that. The simple act of walking in place can benefit your brain, your balance, and your endurance. All in one activity!
Maintain your brain function and Take 5 to Exercise everyday!
The research is in. The follow along videos are out. Order your set today.
The Fall Risk Reduction Lady!