Exercise improves memory, attention, and decision-making.

You probably knew what was in this Science Daily article, and you may have already increased your heart rate for at least 30 minutes this morning.  If not, you still have time to do your mind and your body some good today, even if today is the first day that you do it.  The benefits of regular exercise are well documented, and beyond the temporary discomfort that you may feel while doing it, there is a feeling of great accomplishment when you are done.

For some, the rewards come during exercise, like running that third mile split a little quicker without really feeling it. For many, the reward of exercise comes right after, when the endorphins are flowing and you feel a bit euphoric.  For most, the benefits take a while to be realized, as mental and physical endurance improves along with body efficiency (weight, heart rate, and blood pressure reduction).

There is a benefit to all three phases of the reward scheme, and they are all worth a little effort.