Get into the groove with your workout and give your brain a boost

Are you a person who gets their groove on? This propensity to move in sync with the rhythm of music, especially during exercise, could prove particularly beneficial to your brain's health. — AFP

Sleep, coffee, omega-3 fatty acids and intellectual activities are all effective in improving cognitive performance, but there are also more playful (and fun) habits to adopt on a daily basis.

A recent study, published in the journal Neuroscience, praises the benefits of listening to music with a groove during physical activity – something said to have a positive effect on cognitive functions such as concentration and judgment.