> so you can get a cadence going.

To me it seemed like numbers which could be split into two equal groups were the easiest. 235 431, 4475 3268 etc.

I also sang the numbers in my head and tried to memorize by repeating the melody after the numbers disappeared.

There is probably a reason why level 11 seems to be so prevalent. Phone numbers could be a factor, but to be honest, I don't know a single phone number by heart, which is probably due to my young age. Never had to memorize a phone number...

The best training for me are probably 2FA codes, so up to 6 digits I should have it covered ;)

EDIT: I realize that I just called you old. Sorry.