Is your team at work still combating the winter blues? As the weather warms up, people are looking for ways to become more active. Workplace fitness challenges are a fun way to encourage physical activity and a healthier lifestyle while also boosting overall office morale. The fitness challenges that you choose can be focused on an array of health goals, including exercising more, establishing a better diet, tending to mental well-being and more. These fitness challenges should be accessible to whomever wants to participate, and the competition aspect will make for some good fun.
Cycle to work
Help your employees reduce their carbon footprints by challenging everyone to bike to work instead of driving, if reasonable. Cycling is a great full body workout. As a method of transportation, it’ll give everyone two chances to get a workout each day. There can be a monthly award for whomever bikes to work the most.
Drink more water
Proper hydration has a direct correlation with our mood and productivity. It’s important that you make sure water is available and easy for employees to access throughout the workday. Create a chart for employees to track their daily water intake, and reward the team members who meet their recommended goals.
Take the stairs
If your office building has many levels, it’s easy (and second nature) to take the elevator from floor to floor. Boost employees’ activity levels by encouraging everyone to take the stairs instead. You can get creative and decorate the office stairwell with positive affirmations and motivational posters.
Walking
Encouraging employees to get their steps in for the day is a relatively easy way to make sure they’re not just slouching over their computer and desk all day. Set a daily goal for steps and create a chart where employees can log their progress. Include incentives for whomever has the most steps each week or month to keep everyone motivated.
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