High-Octane Brain

Fitness

High-Octane Brain Fitness is a science-based cognitive fitness and brain health coaching program developed by Dr. Michelle Braun, and inspired by her bestselling book, High-Octane Brain: 5 Science-Based Steps to Sharpen Memory and Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer's.

The program includes classes, support, and resources to optimize memory, slow cognitive aging, significantly lower the risk of Alzheimer’s, and maximize independent functioning and quality of life. In surveys, 100% of participants rated their memory as stronger after taking the class, and 100% said they would recommend the program to others!

Sign up below to get early access to the newest round of High-Octane Brain Fitness classes, and for exclusive brain health fitness tips delivered straight to your inbox! 

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After the publication of “High-Octane Brain: 5 Science-Based Steps to Sharpen Your Memory and Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer’s,” Dr. Braun was approached by several regional and national healthcare and consumer organizations who were interested in learning how they could use its personalized plan to help consumers boost memory and reduce their chances of developing Alzheimer’s.

In response to that demand, Dr. Braun developed High-Octane Brain Fitness, a science-based cognitive fitness and brain health coaching program with weekly in-person classes and online support and resources to optimize memory, slow cognitive aging, significantly lower the risk of Alzheimer’s, and maximize independent functioning and quality of life. High-Octane Brain Fitness pairs research from High-Octane Brain with new advances in neuroscience and Dr. Braun’s clinical expertise in behavioral change and motivational enhancement to create proprietary socially-based cognitive fitness exercises and engaging habit tracking, with a personalized focus for maximum impact. Content is continuously updated based on participant feedback, making High-Octane Brain Fitness maximally engaging and highly effective in increasing memory capacity and minimizing common “brain blips” (e.g. misplacing objects, word-finding difficulties, forgetting names, and forgetting why one walked into a room). Participants also consistently report better quality sleep, greater joy, and enhanced overall functioning!

EXCELS Trajectory Tracker

Participants can track their brain health activities easily with the EXCELS Trajectory Tracker. This simple method has proven to be both informative and motivational for anyone working to improve their long-term brain health.

The tracker is available in paper format or in an easy-to-use online form which provides ongoing daily and weekly scores.

  • 96%

    Satisfaction Rate

  • 94%

    Exercise Effectiveness Rate

  • 100%

    EXCELS Tracking Effectiveness

  • 75%

    Participants Continuation Rate

Outcome data from High-Octane Brain Fitness classes reveals that 96% of participants are satisfied to extremely satisfied with the program, 94% -100% of participants rated the exercises as effective, 100% rated the tracking program (EXCELS Trajectory Tracker) as effective, and more than 75% signed up for ongoing classes (classes are provided weekly, in an ongoing format, similar to ongoing physical fitness classes, and can be started at any time). After just four weekly classes, participants reported 23% increased engagement in exercise, 37% more consumption of brain-healthy foods, and a 12% improvement in sleep.

Here are a few of the many testimonials from High-Octane Brain Fitness participants: 

  • "The High-Octane Brain Fitness Program has had a significantly positive impact on participants in our monthly YMCA classes. Under Dr. Braun's expert guidance, the group has utilized valuable tools to improve their cognitive health. With science-backed techniques in place, I’ve witnessed firsthand the impressive results and received excellent feedback from the group. Participants have stated that they feel they have developed a stronger memory and recommend the program to others. As the Briscoe YMCA Fitness Director, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with Dr. Braun to make this program a success at our location. I’m excited to see her High-Octane Brain Fitness classes continue to grow and help more people achieve optimal brain health!"

    Megan Mittelstadt

    Fitness Director
    YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee

  • "I would recommend this program to everyone. It will make you feel better about yourself because YOU ARE TAKING CONTROL of a portion of your life that will make you feel better...JUST DO IT"

    Ted G.

    High-Octane Brain Fitness Participant

  • "There are now more newspaper/magazine articles regarding Alzheimer's to provide awareness of this disease. With your growing (older adult) population, including me, there needs to be a path to help us understand and how to take action to slow down the progression. Your class has provided me with a means to understand that some of my concerns are normal and that with your class I can maximize my brain health trajectory...I can already see improvements."

    Nancy K.

    High-Octane Brain Fitness Participant

  • "As a result of this class I am more hopeful. I entered thinking I was preordained to have Alzheimer's. Because of the hope and control that I have now come to have, I am more motivated to do cardio and eat better. I find myself monitoring my sleep with my watch. The tracking keeps me mindful and accountable. My newfound sense of control over dementia lowers my stress as well. Thank you, thank you, thank you!"

    Deb G.

    High-Octane Brain Fitness Participant

  • "I wholly endorse the value of this class as I realize there are data-based strategies and habits which can forestall Alzheimer's and relieve my anxieties about developing this disease before I need to or not at all. These are not difficult practices. They can easily be incorporated into my daily routine. They don't involve taking more medications. Thank you, Dr. Braun."

    Marjergy B.

    High-Octane Brain Fitness Participant

  • "I have recognized that my skills at remembering have decreased.This class has given me gifts that will help me age more gracefully and fully. The struggle is real. The rewards are worth it. Engaging in all strategies learned has relieved some stress."

    Richard C.

    High-Octane Brain Fitness Participant

  • "This program is amazing - amazing that we can help ourselves to improve memory."

    Jean S.

    High-Octane Brain Fitness Participant

  • "I would strongly recommend taking the “High-Octane Brain” class presented by Dr. Michelle Braun to sharpen your memory and reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s. This class is well worth your time, health, and money."

    Marjorie P.

    High-Octane Brain Fitness Participant

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Dr. Braun would love to hear from you. Please reach out to start a conversation or inquire about working with Dr. Braun.