Our cognitive abilities start to decline as we age, while the subtle decline is part of the normal ageing process, any progressive deterioration in cognitive or motor function should not be taken lightly. A study published in the International Journal of Behavioural Nutrition and Physical Activity found that physical activities combined with cognitively stimulation exercises can lead to significant improvements to overall cognitive health and mental wellbeing of older adults, and as a possible treatment for cognitive decline due to Alzheimer's disease or dementia.