Brain gym: Try these hand movements to boost your coordination

‘Brain gym’ consists of basic movements designed to improve coordination between the brain and body. While our brain naturally controls physical actions, these exercises specifically enhance mental fitness and body coordination, similar to how regular exercise improves physical fitness.

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Think about how most people struggle to replicate a gymnast’s movements. This difficulty often stems from lack of brain-body coordination rather than physical limitations.  With regular practice, just as we can improve flexibility through stretching, we can train our brain to better direct our body’s movements.

Benefits of brain gym

Brain gym exercises offer numerous cognitive benefits by activating both the left and right hemispheres of the brain.  These movements can aid in enhancing memory, concentration, and focus while developing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Regular practice strengthens cognitive function and mental alertness, which may help to reduce stress and promote emotional stability, too. After time, you will notice improved eye-hand coordination and increased creativity.

These brain-boosting exercises are particularly valuable for adults looking to maintain or enhance their cognitive abilities. They effectively develop both fine and gross motor skills, making them practical tools that can be easily integrated into daily routines for overall mental wellness.

To maximise brain health, these exercises should always be combined with other healthy lifestyle choices.

A nutritious diet, regular physical exercise, and mindfulness practices like yoga and meditation all play important roles. Additionally, engaging in brain-training activities like puzzles and chess helps maintain mental acuity.

Try these brain gym exercises with your hands!

Below, Yoga Instructor Manisha Yadav demonstrates simple ‘brain gym’ exercises focusing only on hand movements. Though the movements seem basic, they will require practice to achieve smooth coordination between mind and body.

 

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