Regular physical activity improves overall endurance and has other benefits like strengthening the heart, muscles, joints, and bones. Further, exercise reduces the risk of chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Emotionally, physical activity stimulates the production of hormones that help to alleviate stress, anxiety, and depression. Finding an outlet through exercise can help health care workers withstand the physically demanding tasks that their jobs require.

Whether it’s through running, yoga, weightlifting, dancing, or any other form of physical activity, finding what you enjoy is key to making fitness a sustainable part of your daily routine. It’s never too late to start. Every bit of movement will contribute to a healthier, happier you.