The key to a happy workplace is a healthy
employee. Promote health in the workplace with these worksite health tips.
Healthy
Eating: A diet high in fruits and vegetables helps to reduce calorie intake and may help to control
weight.
- Choose a variety of fruits and vegetables each day.
- Add healthier vending machine and cafeteria food choices.
- Support an on-site farmers market once a month.
- Hand out informational sheets to all employees explaining the benefits of healthy
eating.
Physical Activity: Employees gain additional health benefits by adding moderate amounts of activity to their daily
routines.
- Take the stairs to your office or meeting room.
- Park at the furthest row in the parking lot.
- Do a few lunges to the copier and back. So you look funny, who cares, at least you will be
strong.
- Start employee activity clubs (walking, biking, etc.)
Preventive Health Screenings: Offer preventive health screenings to your employees.
- Host a health fair at your office.
- Provide screenings at a reduced rate.
- Encourage and coach employees to get regular check ups.
Other Healthy
Choices:
- Offer on-site seminars related to fitness, nutrition and stress
management.
- Encourage healthy snacks and foods during celebration times.
- Increase the motivation by showing employee appreciation on a daily basis.
- Send notes of encouragement via e-mail or voicemail.
- Promote a healthy workplace by being a good role model.
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