Exercise isn’t only good for your physical wellbeing—research finds that it can also vastly improve your ability to perform at work over time. If you’re finding yourself sitting more and moving less, as many of us are in this era of hybrid and remote work, how can you become more physically active throughout your workweek? Start by making exercise a daily habit. Remember that some activity is better than none—even just 20 minutes of moderately intense exercise, like a jog or short bike ride, can improve your quality of sleep and lead to cognitive benefits the next day. The WHO recommends that adults ages 18 to 64 years engage in at least 2.5 hours of moderately intense or at least 1.25 hours of highly intense physical activity each week. Finally, make it fun! Try out different classes and routines until you discover the one that works for you. Maybe even consider making exercise a social activity you do with a friend or a partner. When you enjoy exercising, you’ll be more likely to develop it as a consistent habit over time.
This tip is adapted from “To Improve Your Work Performance, Get Some Exercise,” by Bonnie Hayden Cheng and Yolanda Na Li
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