Memory
What kind of memory involves storing information for brief amounts of time?
Short-Term Working Memory
What is Mindfulness?
The basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us.
Name AT LEAST four of the pillars of brain health (Bonus 50 points if you can name all six)
Exercise, Food & Nutrition, Medical, Relaxation, Mental Fitness, and Social Interaction.
Name two types of 'endurance' exercise
Dancing, Climbing stairs, riding a bike, swimming, walking briskly,
What kind of memories come from the use of the five senses?
Sensory Memory
Name two techniques you can use to practice mindfulness.
Deep Breathing Exercises, Visualization, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Journaling, Meditation.
Name three foods you should try to incorporate into your diet according to the MIND Diet.
Leafy Vegetables, Berries, Beans, Whole Grains, Nuts, Fish, Olive Oil, Poultry, Wine.
Increase blood flow, stress reduction, neuroplasticity, better sleep, improve energy, reduce anxiety
Name two activities that are good for your brain!
Brain Training Apps (Dakim), Crossword Puzzles, Music, Art, Sudoku, Jigsaw Puzzles, Exercise, etc!
Name three things you can do for self-care.
Volunteer in the community, Talk to your support system, Listen to music, Practice breathing exercises, Practice gratitude, Stretch, Dance, Go for a walk, Get a good night's sleep, etc!
Name AT LEAST two of the four types of exercises. (Bonus 50 points if you can name all four)
Endurance, Balance, Strength, Flexibility.
Exercising in hot/humid climates can lead to dehydration in as little as 30 minutes. True or False
True
This kind of memory allows you to remember how to perform tasks, such as riding a bike.
Procedural Memory
Getting this many hours of sleep per night is recommended for most adults to ensure proper rest and recovery.
7 - 9 Hours
Name three cognitive skills that engaging in mental fitness can help with?
Memory, Attention, Language, Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Executive Functioning, Decision-Making, Creativity.
Carrying groceries, lifting weights, squeezing a tennis ball and standing from seated position are all examples of Strength based exercises.
No, standing from seated is for balance!
This memory technique involves organizing information into meaningful groups or units to improve recall.
Chunking.
What are 4 types of self care? (hint: Emotional is one)
Emotional, Social, Physical, and Mental Health
How much water should you consume on a daily basis?
Half of your body weight in ounces.
While exercising should most people should take a water break every 20 minutes?
Yes! Most people would stay adequately hydrated by drinking about 7 to 10 ounces of fluid every 10 to 20 minutes during exercise. But your exact need depends on things like how hard you're working, whether you are indoors or outdoors, and your age, gender, and weight