Workplace Physical Activity Programs That Work Over the past few years, workplace wellness programs have become increasingly popular, with many large companies offering incentives and initiatives for employees to be more active, eat better, and quit smoking. Initiatives range from online programs to large, corporate wellness programs offering onsite fitness centers and healthier food options. A review in the American Journal of Health Promotion looked at the current literature to determine the effectiveness of these programs to improve physical activity in the workplace. The findings showed that programs that included use of pedometers, offered internet-based components, and made changes to both the social and environmental levels (walking groups, for example) were more successful than programs without these characteristics. Health clubs can provide a viable option for companies looking to improve the physical activity, health, and wellbeing of their employees, and some clubs partner with companies to offer wellness programs and services and create a healthier workplace. To QG, Chen TT, Magnussen CG, To KG. Workplace Physical Activity Interventions: A Systematic Review. Am J Health Promot. 2013 Apr 30.
Posted on: Sun, 16 Jun 2013 11:00:00 +0000
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