{"id":54403,"date":"2026-11-06T08:00:42","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T08:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=54403"},"modified":"2026-11-06T09:03:00","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T09:03:00","slug":"physical-activity-and-productivity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/","title":{"rendered":"Physical activity and productivity at work: what to know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#Key_takeaways\" >Key takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#What_does_it_mean_to_be_productive\" >What does it mean to be productive?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#Can_you_give_me_some_examples_of_productivity_at_work\" >Can you give me some examples of productivity at work?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#How_are_physical_activity_and_productivity_linked_at_work\" >How are physical activity and productivity linked at work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#1_Focus_and_workplace_productivity\" >1. Focus and workplace productivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#2_Work_efficiency\" >2. Work efficiency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#3_Employee_well-being\" >3. Employee well-being<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#4_Productivity_hacks\" >4. Productivity hacks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#5_Benefits_of_working_out\" >5. Benefits of working out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#6_Manager_support\" >6. Manager support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#7_Long-term_benefits_of_exercise\" >7. Long-term benefits of exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#8_Overall_work-life_balance\" >8. Overall work-life balance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#What_are_the_mental_and_physical_benefits_of_exercise_for_employees\" >What are the mental and physical benefits of exercise for employees?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#What_types_of_exercise_can_support_workplace_productivity\" >What types of exercise can support workplace productivity?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#What_are_5_examples_of_physical_activity\" >What are 5 examples of physical activity?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#What_is_the_3-3-3_rule_for_working_out\" >What is the 3-3-3 rule for working out?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#How_can_you_fit_more_physical_activity_into_your_workday\" >How can you fit more physical activity into your workday?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#Why_dont_Americans_exercise\" >Why don&#8217;t Americans exercise?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#How_can_employers_increase_physical_activity_at_work\" >How can employers increase physical activity at work?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#1_Active_breaks\" >1. Active breaks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#2_Standing_desks\" >2. Standing desks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#3_Fitness_challenges\" >3. Fitness challenges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#4_Walking_meetings\" >4. Walking meetings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#5_Wellness_programs\" >5. Wellness programs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#How_to_raise_productivity_at_work\" >How to raise productivity at work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#How_to_be_productive_working_from_home\" >How to be productive working from home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#What_are_the_cognitive_benefits_of_regular_exercise_for_work_performance\" >What are the cognitive benefits of regular exercise for work performance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#Can_desk_exercise_equipment_increase_productivity_for_remote_workers\" >Can desk exercise equipment increase productivity for remote workers?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#How_do_standing_desks_and_treadmill_desks_affect_employee_productivity\" >How do standing desks and treadmill desks affect employee productivity?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical activity and productivity are linked for many people, and regular movement may improve productivity for some. Regular movement can help people feel better, function better, and sleep better (<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), and one review links it with better work performance (<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28617779\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Effects vary, so employers can keep movement easy and optional with short active breaks, standing or walking options, and wellness programs.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/business.betterme.world\/?flowId=101&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=physical_activity_and_productivity\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/button-banner-1-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_takeaways\"><\/span><b>Key takeaways<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular movement may help some employees feel and work better, and employers can encourage it without making it a performance requirement.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity can help people feel better, function better, and sleep better (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity can help keep thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity may lower the risk of some ongoing health conditions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), and one review links it with fewer sick days (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28617779\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short, active breaks during the workday or standing desks can promote movement during long periods of sitting.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Active breaks, standing desks, fitness challenges, walking meetings, and wellness programs are ways organizations can encourage more movement at work (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/njaes.rutgers.edu\/fs1107\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To set up a walking meeting, propose a route and an agenda beforehand.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_to_be_productive\"><\/span><b>What does it mean to be productive?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being productive means producing high-quality work at a sustainable pace, not simply doing more in less time. It also means keeping mental clarity through the day without burning out, so managing your energy matters as much as managing your time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you see productivity as a measure of both efficiency and sustainability, the role of physical health becomes clearer. Rest, movement, and focus all feed into how well you work over weeks and months, not only on a single busy day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><b>Read more:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/team-management\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote Team Management: Strategies, Tips, And Hacks To Building A Productive Remote Team<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_give_me_some_examples_of_productivity_at_work\"><\/span><b>Can you give me some examples of productivity at work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A simple productivity example is a team member who finishes a report with fewer errors after taking a 10-minute walk, rather than pushing through an afternoon slump. Other examples include clearing a backlog of tasks in a focused morning block, running a shorter meeting with a clear agenda, or using productivity tools such as shared task lists and calendars to cut duplicate work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/business.betterme.world\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-54405 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A2559-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"physical activity and productivity\" width=\"770\" height=\"514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A2559-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A2559-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A2559-scaled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A2559-scaled.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A2559-1380x920.jpg 1380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_are_physical_activity_and_productivity_linked_at_work\"><\/span><b>How are physical activity and productivity linked at work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity can help people feel better, function better, and sleep better (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). One review also links regular physical activity with better work performance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28617779\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Group activities may also encourage more people to join in, which can build accountability, camaraderie, and motivation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding the link between fitness and productivity helps both employers and employees plan a healthier workday. Eight points show how movement can relate to work.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Focus_and_workplace_productivity\"><\/span><b>1. Focus and workplace productivity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity can help keep thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). One workplace wellness fact sheet notes that healthy employees tend to have better energy and attention spans (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/njaes.rutgers.edu\/fs1107\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Effects on output vary from person to person.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Work_efficiency\"><\/span><b>2. Work efficiency<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Movement opportunities work better when they fit the role and work environment. Evaluate workload, equipment, and accessibility alongside any activity initiative.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Employee_well-being\"><\/span><b>3. Employee well-being<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promoting exercise in the workplace may support the overall well-being of employees. People who feel well may feel more engaged, which can create an environment that is conducive to productivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Productivity_hacks\"><\/span><b>4. Productivity hacks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple productivity hacks at work, such as short, active breaks or using standing desks, can promote movement and ease the sluggish feeling that often comes from long periods of sitting. A calendar reminder to get moving once an hour is an easy place to start.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Benefits_of_working_out\"><\/span><b>5. Benefits of working out<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular activity has <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/corporate-exercise-programs\/\">health benefits<\/a> beyond work. General adult guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity, or an equivalent vigorous combination, and muscle strengthening on at least 2 days each week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/guidelines\/adults.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Movement during the workday counts toward these totals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Manager_support\"><\/span><b>6. Manager support<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managers can make participation easier by allowing time for optional movement breaks. Leaders who model short breaks make them feel acceptable.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Long-term_benefits_of_exercise\"><\/span><b>7. Long-term benefits of exercise<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity may lower the risk of some ongoing health conditions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), and one review links it with fewer sick days (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28617779\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Overall_work-life_balance\"><\/span><b>8. Overall work-life balance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encouraging employees to include exercise in their schedules shows you care about their work-life balance. Employee engagement is more likely to improve when people feel supported in striking a healthy balance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The teams that tend to stay most engaged are often those where effort gets noticed. <a href=\"https:\/\/business.betterme.world\/?flowId=101&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=physical_activity_and_productivity\">BetterMe Business<\/a> combines structured challenges with progress visibility \u2014 so managers can easily recognize and reward participation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/business.betterme.world\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-54404 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A1914-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"physical activity and productivity\" width=\"770\" height=\"514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A1914-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A1914-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A1914-scaled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A1914-scaled.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/B87A1914-1380x920.jpg 1380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_mental_and_physical_benefits_of_exercise_for_employees\"><\/span><b>What are the mental and physical benefits of exercise for employees?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity can improve sleep, support thinking and judgment skills, strengthen bones and muscles, and lower the risk of some long-term health conditions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). For employees, better sleep and a clearer head can make a busy workday feel more manageable. Benefits depend on how regularly people engage in regular exercise and stay physically active.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_types_of_exercise_can_support_workplace_productivity\"><\/span><b>What types of exercise can support workplace productivity?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate activities that fit into a workday, such as brisk walking, light stretching, and short bodyweight circuits, are the easiest to add. Longer sessions, such as cycling to work, a lunchtime walk, or group exercise classes, can add to daily physical activity outside meeting hours. Choose options people enjoy and can repeat.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_5_examples_of_physical_activity\"><\/span><b>What are 5 examples of physical activity?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Five common examples of physical activity are brisk walking, cycling, swimming, dancing, and strength training with weights or resistance bands (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/guidelines\/adults.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Walking is often the simplest to fit into a workday.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_3-3-3_rule_for_working_out\"><\/span><b>What is the 3-3-3 rule for working out?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 3-3-3 rule is an informal fitness saying with no official definition. One common version is 3 exercises for 3 sets, 3 days a week. It can be a simple template for busy employees, but it is not a formal guideline.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><b>Read more: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/5-employee-wellness-apps-2026\/\">5 Employee Wellness Apps Every Company Needs in 2026<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_fit_more_physical_activity_into_your_workday\"><\/span><b>How can you fit more physical activity into your workday?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can fit more activity into your workday by breaking it into short bouts: take the stairs, walk during calls, stand for part of meetings, and set a reminder to move every hour. These small changes add up across the week and suit both office and home settings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re wondering how to be productive at work while moving more, pair a short walk with a task that needs thinking time, such as planning or reviewing a draft. For remote workers, remote work productivity hacks include a fixed start time, a walk before logging on, and stepping away from the desk at lunch.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_dont_Americans_exercise\"><\/span><b>Why don&#8217;t Americans exercise?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nearly 80% of adults do not meet the guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/njaes.rutgers.edu\/fs1107\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Common barriers include lack of time, low energy after work, long hours of sitting, and limited access to convenient places to be active. Workplaces can lower some of these barriers by making short movement breaks normal during the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/b2b-2.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_employers_increase_physical_activity_at_work\"><\/span><b>How can employers increase physical activity at work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employers can increase <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/exercises-you-can-do-at-your-desk\/\">physical activity at work<\/a> by offering optional active breaks, standing desks, walk-and-talk sessions, inclusive challenges, and corporate wellness programs (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/njaes.rutgers.edu\/fs1107\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Five approaches stand out, including several office efficiency ideas:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Active_breaks\"><\/span><b>1. Active breaks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer brief, optional breaks that might include a walk or comfortable stretches. Provide accessible alternatives and let employees choose what suits them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Standing_desks\"><\/span><b>2. Standing desks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give employees the option of a standing desk. Standing for part of the day reduces sitting time and may ease some of the physical strain of extended sitting.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Fitness_challenges\"><\/span><b>3. Fitness challenges<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you use fitness or wellness challenges, make participation optional and avoid ranking employees by body size, health status, or ability.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Walking_meetings\"><\/span><b>4. Walking meetings<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This format lets small groups talk while moving and can have a positive impact on how people feel during long days. Here&#8217;s how to set up a walking meeting with colleagues: agree on a suitable route and a short agenda, keep the group to 2 to 4 people, and offer an equivalent seated or remote option. Choose this format when the work and participants make it practical.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of walking meetings for remote teams include a break from screens and video calls, a chance to move during the day, and a more relaxed setting for one-to-one conversations. Remote colleagues can each walk locally while talking by phone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Wellness_programs\"><\/span><b>5. Wellness programs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implement wide-ranging wellness programs with fitness elements. These initiatives can give employees access to health services, nutrition workshops, and exercise classes to encourage them to prioritize physical activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Organizations that adopt these approaches and adapt them to the needs and preferences of their workforce can create an environment that encourages physical activity and may support overall productivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to bring your team together around a shared goal? <a href=\"https:\/\/business.betterme.world\/?flowId=101&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=physical_activity_and_productivity\">BetterMe Business challenges<\/a> can help create a culture of movement, accountability, and team spirit \u2014 without adding to anyone&#8217;s workload.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/b2b-11.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently asked questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_raise_productivity_at_work\"><\/span><strong>How to raise productivity at work?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To raise productivity, prioritize tasks effectively and build regular movement into your day to keep energy levels up. Using time management techniques alongside physical activity may help sustain focus.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_be_productive_working_from_home\"><\/span><strong>How to be productive working from home?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set clear work boundaries and choose breaks that suit your role. Movement can be one part of the day; it cannot by itself prevent burnout.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_cognitive_benefits_of_regular_exercise_for_work_performance\"><\/span><strong>What are the cognitive benefits of regular exercise for work performance?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular exercise may help keep thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some people find this helps them focus and make decisions, which may support work performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_desk_exercise_equipment_increase_productivity_for_remote_workers\"><\/span><strong>Can desk exercise equipment increase productivity for remote workers?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Desk exercise equipment like under-desk ellipticals may help some people stay productive by keeping them moving without interrupting work tasks. This low-level activity may help maintain alertness and ease the physical strain of sitting.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_standing_desks_and_treadmill_desks_affect_employee_productivity\"><\/span><strong>How do standing desks and treadmill desks affect employee productivity?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standing and treadmill desks may affect employee productivity by reducing sedentary time and supporting energy levels. Some people find they help them avoid the mid-afternoon slump and keep their output more consistent through the day.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/business.betterme.world\/?flowId=101&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=physical_activity_and_productivity\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/button-banner-2-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee productivity and work performance may improve for some teams when physical activity becomes part of the daily routine (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28617779\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Recognizing the advantages of movement in the context of productivity in the workplace can help firms that want to support team member performance and well-being. Consider whether BetterMe&#8217;s available business resources fit your team&#8217;s needs, access requirements, and budget. Review the current offering and agree on practical participation measures before introducing a program.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Physical activity and productivity are linked for many people, and regular movement may improve productivity for some. Regular movement can help people feel better, function better, and sleep better (1), and one review links it with better work performance (2). 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Regular movement can help people feel better, function better, and sleep better (<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), and one review links it with better work performance (<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28617779\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Effects vary, so employers can keep movement easy and optional with short active breaks, standing or walking options, and wellness programs.<\/span><\/i>\r\n\r\n<span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Key takeaways<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular movement may help some employees feel and work better, and employers can encourage it without making it a performance requirement.<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity can help people feel better, function better, and sleep better (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity can help keep thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular physical activity may lower the risk of some ongoing health conditions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/physical-activity-basics\/benefits\/index.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: ..."},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/","url":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/","name":"Physical activity and productivity at work | BetterMe","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/1101-physical-activity-and-productivity.png","dateModified":"2026-11-06T09:03:00+00:00","description":"Moving more may sharpen how you work. \u2605 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND PRODUCTIVITY \u27a4 Explore how exercise relates to energy and focus, and see simple ways to fit it in.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/1101-physical-activity-and-productivity.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/1101-physical-activity-and-productivity.png","width":1920,"height":1200,"caption":"Woman working at a standing desk in an office to illustrate physical activity and productivity."},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/physical-activity-and-productivity\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Corporate Wellness","item":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/corporate-wellness-articles\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Physical activity and productivity at work: what to know"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#website","url":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/","name":"BetterMe Blog","description":"Health &amp; 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