I’m going to give you a quick anatomy lesson: neural tissue makes up the communication system of the body. Information travels from one part of the body to another via electrical impulses passed through neural tissue, which is how your brain gets the information that your senses take in. It’s how, for example, your brain tells your arm to reach or your foot to kick. Neural tissue is the foundation of how your brain functions. According to researchers at Dana-Farber and Harvard Medical School a specific molecule released during endurance exercise improves cognition and protects the brain against degeneration. Simply put: activity can make you smarter!
The study, which was a team effort involving both the Texas Tech Department of Physiology and the Department of Health, Exercise, and Sports Sciences, determined that exercise increases the level of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), a naturally produced neural biochemical that contributes to the healthy functioning of neural tissue. Having a way to promote neural health is important because, as the National Institute of Health points out, we lose neural function as we age.
It’s not too late to boost your brain.
As much as you hate to admit it, and despite all of the recent negative press surrounding inactivity, there are probably still a lot of you out there that haven’t been paying as much attention to your physical activity levels as you should. Whether it’s because of a hectic work schedule, constantly watching the kids, or just the mere fact that is seems like an insurmountable task to hop on the fitness bandwagon after a significant period of neglect—it’s time to push every reason or excuse aside. Why? Because just by committing to a couple minutes of movement every hour, you will start moving down the path that leads to better cognitive function (and better overall health).
Your body was designed to move.
If you’ve already made movement and physical activity a key component of your day—kudos. I know that it can take a lot in today’s busy world to consciously take the time to get moving. But think about it this way: you are literally saving yourself from developing a multitude of injuries and illnesses, including loss of brain functionality.
And if you have room for improvement? It’s never too late. Remember that this change toward a more active lifestyle doesn’t have to happen overnight. One of the things I always tell my patients is to simply start small. If you can begin by moving around or performing a few stretches and exercises right from your chair or desk once an hour, that’s an excellent start.
Gradually tack on more movement by incorporating a morning walk around the office, and advance to joining a local gym with a co-worker so you have no excuse after work. Work your way up to longer bouts of movement and exercise all day long, and you’ll be on your way to improving both your physical and mental well-being without even realizing it. And if you can take it one step further by adding a few supporting changes in your daily diet and your home routine, gradually in bite sized pieces, you’ll soon start to experience real and lasting progress.

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CoreChair Classic
Active Sitting Chair
- Highly sculpted seat cushion
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- Adjustable height
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- Treaded base for foot support
- Full bearing, durable casters
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CoreChair Sport
Active Sitting Chair
- Highly sculpted seat cushion
- Pelvic stabilizer
- Adjustable height
- Adjustable seat depth
- Balance adjustment
- Adjustable resistance
- Durable Medical Grade PU upholstery
- Executive Leather Look
- Treaded base for foot support
- Full bearing, durable casters
- 8 Year Limited Warranty
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CoreChair Tango
Active Sitting Chair
- Highly sculpted seat cushion
- Pelvic stabilizer
- Adjustable height
- Adjustable seat depth
- Balance adjustment
- Adjustable resistance
- Durable, 3D knit fabric cover
- Treaded base for foot support
- Full bearing, durable casters
- 3 Year Limited Warranty
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Active Sitting Stool
- Highly sculpted seat cushion
- Pelvic stabilizer
- Adjustable height
- Adjustable seat depth
- Balance Adjustment
- Adjustable resistance
- Durable, 3D knit fabric cover
- Treaded base for foot support
- Full bearing, durable casters
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- Designed for sit-to-stand desks and high counters
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