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Worksite Wellness: Getting the
Workplace MovingBy: Anna Bohanon
Iowa State University
Isanti County Public Health Intern
Work place environments are not friendly for being physically active
A change in the work environment is necessary
Improving the health of your workplace is the ultimate outcome
What’s is physical activity?
Are you physically active at work?
What do you do?
How can you change your workplace?
Let me explain…• Availability
• Policy
• Programs
• Promotion
Give employees space to be active
Support employees in choosing physically active over sedentary
Create policies in support of physical activity
Employer Liability
MN Statue 176.021, Subdivision 9
“Employer responsibility for wellness programs. Injuries incurred while participating in voluntary recreational programs sponsored by the employer including health promotion programs, athletic events, parties, and picnics, do not arise out of and in the course of the employment even though the employer pays some or all of the cost of the program. This exclusion does not apply in the event that the injured employee was ordered or assigned by the employer to participate in the program.”
What can employees do to be physically active?
Community Walk Loops
Fit Boxes at Isanti County Public Health
Nilofer MerchantGot a meeting? Take a walk.
Ergonomically friendly choices
Stability Ball Office Chairs Standing Station/Desk
Keep employees in the loop for physical activity opportunities
How can we get the work place moving?
Change the work environment
Create policies
Be supportive
Get your workplace moving!