Have you ever thought of how many calories you can burn by just thinking? It’s an abstract thought, we know. But, let’s take a second to think about it. See what we did there? You hit the gym to stay fit. Cardio, weight lifting, classes — there are so many options when it comes to the exercise you can do that benefit your body. But how are you exercising your mind? Your physical health is valuable, but don’t forget about your mental health. It’s important to exercise your brain as if it was the biggest muscle in your body. It’s important to exercise your brain as if it was the biggest muscle in your body. Robert Sapolsky, who spoke with ESPN, wrote that “a chess player can burn up to 6,000 calories a day while playing in a tournament.” Think about that. Really think… maybe you just burned a few calories in the process. That brain of yours is working hard. Brain exercises don’t have to be overly complicated. Keep it simple and fun. Allow yourself time to sit in silence for 10 minutes a day. No phone, music or friends around. Just you and your beautiful brain. Let your mind wander and see where it takes you. Here are a few ideas that you can add to your brain exercise routine: - Have a deep or fun conversation with a friend - Play a board game - Read a book - Build something - Paint a picture - Decorate your home Let us help with this Sudoku puzzle below and start exercising that encephalon of yours. We hope that word helped jumpstart your exercise. Oh, and feel free to exercise yourself over to your dictionary to look up that word. Source: ESPN MEET THE AUTHOR: JESSIE PARMENTERJessie is a Certified Home Stager. The right side of her brain has taken over her mind allowing the creative juices to constantly be flowing — a we love her for it. Luckily for us, her previous work in hospitality and events have landed her at Creating Home San Diego. In her free time she enjoys surfing, eating (everything), and visiting friends. Email Jessie!
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