Physical Activity & Breaks

Promote physical activity at your small business by supporting fitness activity breaks during the workday, such as stretching or getting up for a walk.

Taking small breaks and stretching or going for a walk around the office throughout the day can help reduce muscle tension caused when we are sitting for too long. When we don’t get up from our desk muscles fatigue faster, circulation decreases, we become uncomfortable, and tasks become more difficult. Stretching can help relieve discomfort due to repetitive movements, awkward postures, and excessive force.

In addition, getting up from our desks and taking a break can help prevent certain types of injuries caused from  Injury occurs from repeated physical movements, doing damage to tendons, nerves, muscles, and other soft body tissues.

Your Small Biz Action Steps

• Stretch breaks can be self-initiated or formally led by an instructor.
• Employees can schedule their own breaks in Outlook software or by email calendar.
• Software is available that will automatically notify you when it‘s time for a break and will lead you through some exercises.
• Hang posters of stretching exercises on the walls for people without Internet access. Incentive programs can also be incorporated.
• Hire a fitness instructor or group exercise leader to provide instruction on stretching, strength exercises, walking, or relaxation techniques.
• Bring in a massage therapist to provide chair massages.

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You CAN control healthcare costs for you and your employees with practical and affordable wellness tools and strategies that will ultimately help them create a lifetime of healthy habits. For more information on any our small business wellness programs or services, Contact Us today and find out we can help.