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Monday, September 8, 2014

Why exercise will make you better at your job

Fitting exercise into a busy week of work, travel and family commitments can be a challenge for people in high-pressure jobs. But scientists say it's worth it to prioritize physical fitness.

The payoff? Increased productivity, better problem solving and less stress.

"You have to recognize this idea that if part of your work involves interacting with others and motivating others, being in a good frame of mind matters," Linebarger said.

Scientific research supports the connection between mental and physical health, said Steve McKenzie, a kinesiologist at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis. Humans historically have been physically motivated creatures, but the modern office is heavily sedentary.

read the full article here

TOPFIT Daily Activities --- Jacksonville Forest Park Run
I got my week off to a great start with a 6 mile run on the J-Ville Forest Park trails.....lots of shade, a little sun and too much smoke in the air, but I did find a few blackberries and some solitude.

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