EASY WAYS TO BOOST YOUR BRAIN POWER

Bridge is a great way to exercise your brain while being sociable. Your planning, counting and reasoning skills will be put to the test during each card game.

Drawing or sketching forces us to look at things differently as it relies on close observation. It is also good for relieving stress and improving memory.

Music is the most stimulating thing you can do for your brain. Nothing else gets as many parts of your brain working at the same time as playing or listening to music.

Stargazing tests your memory and hones your visual problem-solving skills. Learn to find some famous stars in the sky and use those to navigate to other interesting sights.

You’re never too old to learn a new language. To achieve conversational fluency you need only 2,000 to 3,000 words. However, for a mental workout you can just dip in and learn a few words.

Tennis is a great way to get some physical and mental exercise. The aim is to out-think your opponent by using placement, power and spin to prevent them returning the ball.

Needlecrafts such as knitting, sewing and crochet stimulate the brain through hand-eye coordination, pattern following, concentration and thinking ahead.