Brain Fit Now! Introduction

Piecing Together Your Brain Health

BrainFitNow.Com Judi Bonilla

What effects brain health

•Age

•Hereditary

•Medical History

•Lifestyle

•Resources


Aging & Physical Limitations


Health Management• In 2005, 133 million Americans – almost 1 out of every 2 adults – had at least one chronic illness.

• 7 out of 10 deaths among Americans each year are from chronic diseases.

• Heart disease, cancer and stroke account for more than 50% of all deaths each year.


How important is fitness? Functional Fitness

The ability to perform normal daily activities around the house or at work, without undue fatigue.


How important is fitness? •Driving •WalkingWalking

• Standing

• Sitting

• Stooping, bending, or kneeling

• Reaching

• Grasping

• Lifting or carrying


InterdependenceWell Being in Older Age

•Mentally

•Physically

•Socially


Interdependent Living•Aging in Community of Choice

•Active in hobbies & interests

•Connected to community

•Physically active


Brain Fit Now! Introduction

Education

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