In this article, The Medical Experts @ The Health Standard, share their expert insights on the findings and provide Pennsylvania residents with evidence-based recommendations for protecting their health.

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Why This Matters to You

Workplace burnout is on the rise. Workplace burnout has become an increasingly prevalent issue affecting employees across America, including right here in Philadelphia County.

New research shows a surprisingly simple fix: moderate exercise.

Key Takeaways

• Moderate activity = Less exhaustion: Just 30 minutes of brisk walking, 4-5 days a week. This simple step can make a huge difference, both physically and mentally.
• Boosts job satisfaction: People who are regular exercisers feel more accomplished at work.
• Quality over quantity: You don’t have to become a high-intensity workout athlete. Walking and low intensity exercises also seem to provide great benefits for your mental health.

Doctors’ Expert Insights: This is how you reduce workplace stress and improve your mental health.

Expert Consensus in 5 Easy Steps

1. Start small: “10-minute walks add up. Do ’em 3-4 times per day…” says Dr. Puja Uppal, DO, Family Medicine.
2. Simplicity is key: “We don’t need to engage in crazy amounts of activity to see benefits… (f)eeling the pressure to do so may actually cause a negative impact.” Michele Wolf Marenus, PhD. (Study Editorial)
3. Find your fun: Dancing and gardening count too!
4. Burnout impact: “Burnout and stress originate in our brain; exercise can influence both our brain function and structure…” Dr. Jagdish Khubchandani, Public Health Expert.
5. Pain is not necessary: “Exercise doesn’t have to be painful to benefit your life and work. Walking and dancing even outperform oral medicines!” Owen Scott Muir, M.D., DFAACAP, Child and Adult Psychiatry.

You Should Know

Moderate exercise isn’t just good for your body—it’s a powerful shield against workplace stress. Living and working in Philadelphia County–you should begin a sustainable exercise routine. And, that could be your key to job satisfaction and wellbeing. Start small, stay consistent, and watch your work life improve! And yes, we know, you need a raise.

More detailed insights and tips from our experts arrive in our next article in this series.

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Read the study in JOEM Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. (Visit Here)

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Health Standard Newswire: Quiet Quitting is more than just someone being tired and lazy to do work.

Philadelphia County Healthy Insights: 3 Signs you’re experiencing workplace burnout.

Take the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) test yourself–and see how you fare. (Visit Here)

Emotional Exhaustion:

• Feeling drained or depleted at the end of each workday.
• Lacking energy to be productive or engage with colleagues.
• Dreading the thought of going to work.

Cynicism or Detachment:

• Developing a negative or callous attitude towards work or coworkers.
• Distancing oneself emotionally from work responsibilities.
• Decreased interest in work-related activities or goals.

Reduced Professional Efficacy:

• Feeling incompetent or ineffective in one’s job role.
• Struggling to concentrate or complete tasks.
• Experiencing a decline in productivity despite working long hours.

Key Health and Medical Statistics of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

Did you know there were 1885 deaths from suicide in Pennsylvania in 2021?

14.5% of you in Philadelphia County lack health insurance.

16.9% of you in Philadelphia County report that your mental health is not good.

38.4% of you in Philadelphia County are sleeping less than 7 hours per night.

20.5% of you in Philadelphia County have depression.

Health Facts That Matter. The health data above directly impact your physical well-being and are crucial in determining your overall health outcomes.

The Health Standard Newswire.