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HAVE YOU GOT THE EDGE? We kicked-off the 2013 Executive Edge competition with a challenge to our area's leaders, "Have you got the edge?" And compared to past years, the 2013 competition definitely required an extra edge—with technological advancements, expanded wellness programming and increased rivalry among participants. The competition began as usual with participants undergoing baseline testing including a health risk assessment and fitness evaluation. But new this year was a functional movement test that identified movement patterns to help prevent injury and improve performance in sports and every day activities. Participants also had more opportunity to earn bonus points through educational classes, and real-time tracking of their steps, calories burned, activity time and distance travelled. The new online Executive Edge scorecard also added to the experience providing an expanded opportunity for networking and direct competition. While the Executive Edge directly improved the health and wellness of the business and community leaders who participated, I am most proud to note the indirect benefit to our area. The competition gives leaders the opportunity to model wellness and encourages them to serve as a catalyst promoting similar lifestyle changes among their employees, families and friends. The Executive Edge lasts just three months, but the impact on wellness will be felt by our community for years to come. Ashok Rai, MD President & CEO Prevea Health