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Add a News ItemWhen people think about an Active Workplace, people often think of big obstacle races or endurance events. And whilst these are great, being an active workplace is much more, and much simpler than that.
This award recognises an employer for making a difference to their employees levels of activity during the working day.
A new Community of Practice hopes to grow a movement, supported by #ActiveSoles, so workplaces design moving into everyday working life.
Working in an office can see employees spending up to 75% of their time sitting down. The good news is that 95% of these workers want to reduce this.
Getting employees more physically active could save UK businesses up to £6.6bn through improved employee productivity each year.
In September we will be launching a series of workshops which will explore key aspects of Active Workplaces and how we can all play are part in growing the movement whilst we work.