As young lawyers, many of us are overextended. We work full time (on a good week), some of us are starting families or taking care of aging parents. We are encouraged to network, build a practice, and engage in firm citizenship. Billable hours are always calling and so is that partner for whom you are penning that appeal. Many times, our health and wellness are the first to unravel. But why? Because it is not an immediate concern. You are probably just trying to get through the day with your ego intact, perhaps make a small dent in your to-do list and go home to your family so you can decompress. The last thing on your mind is your long-term health goals and concerns.

But, all the evidence tells us that should not be the case. It is important to examine the toll this type of latent neglect is taking on our overall well-being. This is especially true for those of us young lawyers who lead largely sedentary lifestyles. The risks of physical inactivity are now well established; it is the fourth leading risk factor for global mortality according to the World Health Organization. More importantly, the benefits of exercise are especially critical to young professionals trying to keep it all together; it promotes feelings of satisfaction, boosts energy, promotes better sleep, combats chronic diseases and controls your weight.

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