Workplace Solutions

Fitness

  • Promote access to any on-site fitness facilities an employer may have/info on how to create a gym or workout space
  • Fitness challenges
  • At a previous employer, I had a designated break area that promoted movement/relaxation. You could promote that here as well.
  • Discounts in the community (gyms, memberships, CSAs, streaming services, etc.)

Nutrition

  • Discounts in the community (gyms, memberships, CSAs, streaming services, etc.)
  • Creating wellness champions in the workplace
  • Healthy food options – “Green/Yellow/Red Light” designation on food in cafeteria
  • Removal of unhealthy vending products
  • Adding drinking fountains/accessible water options

Wellness Policies

  • Removal of unhealthy vending products onsite
  • Wellness policies from wellness committee or groups that support healthy behavior or lifestyle (ie. Removal of candy drawers or dishes)
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