How Physical Activity Improves Mental Health and Focus

Let’s be real: our brains weren’t designed to sit still all day in front of glowing rectangles. Yet here we are, juggling deadlines, group chats, Zoom fatigue, and attention spans that fizzle out faster than your last cup of instant coffee. We know we need to “take breaks” and “move more” — but not many of us connect that with actual performance at work, emotional regulation, and sharper thinking. Here’s the thing: how physical activity improves mental health and focus isn’t j