Moving more at work is a blind spot in many organisations. Employees spend the majority of their working day at a desk, which can lead to physical complaints, fatigue, and reduced concentration. In the long run, too little movement also affects health and work capacity.
Discover the approachMovement brings both physical and mental benefits. Regular activity improves fitness and boosts energy levels. This leads to better concentration and motivation while reducing stress, essential in a busy work environment.
Want to know more? Get in touchMovement doesn't have to be intense to be effective. Small moments of activity throughout the day can make a big difference. By embedding movement into work culture, employees feel more energised and engaged.
It often starts with awareness. When employees gain insight into their energy and health, they become motivated to move more. Organisations can support this by creating an environment where movement is natural.
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Movement in the workplace rarely takes hold through a one-off appeal. It works better when the environment and the working day make the healthy choice the obvious one. These six adjustments are low-threshold and can be applied immediately.
Let employees stand up, stretch or take a short walk every hour. Brief interruptions break up prolonged sitting most effectively.
A walking meeting with two or three people often works better for focus than the same conversation around a table.
Height-adjustable desks give employees the choice to alternate between sitting and standing.
Put the stairs front and centre. A change in the environment shifts behaviour faster than an appeal does.
Think of a bicycle scheme, good storage and showers at the office, so cycling becomes practically feasible.
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Answers to the most common questions about movement in the workplace.