{"id":3536,"date":"2020-01-02T14:41:57","date_gmt":"2020-01-02T21:41:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/?p=3536"},"modified":"2026-03-19T14:22:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T20:22:20","slug":"workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/","title":{"rendered":"16 Workplace Wellness Ideas and Initiatives For Any Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#What_workplace_health_and_well-being_ideas_work_for_any_budget\" >What workplace health and well-being ideas work for any budget?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#1_Prepare_and_distribute_a_list_of_healthy_dining_options_within_a_2-mile_radius_of_your_workplace\" >1. Prepare and distribute a list of healthy dining options within a 2-mile radius of your workplace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#2_Provide_discounts_for_healthy_foods_sold_at_work\" >2. Provide discounts for healthy foods sold at work<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#3_Review_the_catering_menu_and_make_recommendations_for_healthy_options\" >3. Review the catering menu and make recommendations for healthy options<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#4_Provide_vendor_communication_materials_to_encourage_healthy_holiday_gifts_from_vendors\" >4. Provide vendor communication materials to encourage healthy holiday gifts from vendors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#5_Coordinate_community-supported_agriculture_andor_find_accessible_farmers_markets\" >5. Coordinate community-supported agriculture and\/or find accessible farmers&#8217; markets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#6_Facilitate_delivery_of_fresh_fruits_and_veggies_to_the_break_room\" >6. Facilitate delivery of fresh fruits and veggies to the break room<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#7_Start_a_healthy_recipe_exchange_and_potluck_lunch\" >7. Start a healthy recipe exchange and potluck lunch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#8_Coordinate_a_%E2%80%9Chealthy_snack_of_the_month%E2%80%9D_club\" >8. Coordinate a \u201chealthy snack of the month\u201d club<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#9_Arrange_for_bike_racks_and_provide_%E2%80%9Cbike_to_work%E2%80%9D_promotional_materials\" >9. Arrange for bike racks and provide \u201cbike to work\u201d promotional materials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#10_Encourage_stairwell_use_by_putting_up_posters_in_strategic_locations\" >10. Encourage stairwell use by putting up posters in strategic locations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#11_Arrange_for_the_installation_of_an_outdoor_multi-sports_court\" >11. Arrange for the installation of an outdoor multi-sports court<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#12_Negotiate_corporate_discounts_for_health_club_memberships\" >12. Negotiate corporate discounts for health club memberships<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#13_Provide_training_on_the_process_of_holding_walking_meetings\" >13. Provide training on the process of holding walking meetings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#14_Post_maps_for_outdoor_walking_routes_or_trails\" >14. Post maps for outdoor walking routes or trails<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#15_Coordinate_and_communicate_running_and_walking_clubs\" >15. Coordinate and communicate running and walking clubs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#16_Start_a_smoke-free_policy_for_work_and_provide_cessation_resources\" >16. Start a smoke-free policy for work and provide cessation resources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#What_results_should_you_expect_to_see_if_you_go_it_alone\" >What results should you expect to see if you go it alone?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#Click_here_to_get_18_more_great_workplace_health_and_well-being_ideas_and_well-being_tips_any_workplace_can_do\" >Click here to get 18 more great workplace health and well-being ideas and well-being tips any workplace can do.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-health-well-being-ideas-activities-initiatives\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote executive-summary is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-size:17px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Executive Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group executive-summary\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>How can employers support workplace health and well-being on any budget?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"executive-summary\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Employers can support workplace health and well-being on any budget by focusing on low-cost, high-impact activities that fit into daily work routines. Simple ideas like walking challenges, stretch breaks, wellness education, peer support, and flexible participation options require little to no financial investment. What matters most is consistency, leadership support, and making participation easy for employees. Even small, well-planned initiatives can improve morale, engagement, and overall well-being without increasing costs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-workplace-health-and-well-being-ideas-work-for-any-budget\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_workplace_health_and_well-being_ideas_work_for_any_budget\"><\/span>What workplace health and well-being ideas work for any budget?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you looking for ideas to promote workplace health or well-being? Here&#8217;s a comprehensive guide featuring top-notch health and wellness initiatives that you can implement immediately. These innovative wellness concepts are perfect for kickstarting or enhancing your existing health programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>RELATED: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/employee-wellness-program-ideas\/\">17 Employee Wellness Program Ideas to Increase Engagement<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-prepare-and-distribute-a-list-of-healthy-dining-options-within-a-2-mile-radius-of-your-workplace\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Prepare_and_distribute_a_list_of_healthy_dining_options_within_a_2-mile_radius_of_your_workplace\"><\/span>1. Prepare and distribute a list of healthy dining options within a 2-mile radius of your workplace  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many employees travel from different areas to work at the office each day and may not be familiar with nearby dining options. Often, they end up choosing the closest eatery without considering the nutritional value of the food offered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a proactive leader, you can address this by mapping out all the dining establishments within a 2-mile radius of your office that offer wholesome meal options. Promoting healthy eating is a crucial aspect of any employee wellness initiative. Consider including a sample of healthy menu items available at these locations to save your team time and help them make informed choices quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"577\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/map-of-healthy-places-to-eat-577x1024.png\" alt=\"healthy restaurants, out of the box wellness ideas\" class=\"wp-image-4794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/map-of-healthy-places-to-eat-577x1024.png 577w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/map-of-healthy-places-to-eat-169x300.png 169w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/map-of-healthy-places-to-eat.png 640w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 577px) 100vw, 577px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You could also go a step further and list examples of some of the healthy food choices that are available at these restaurants. That way, employees won\u2019t have to waste any time guessing what they\u2019re going to order when they get there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, it&#8217;s helpful to provide clear directions to each restaurant to assist newcomers in navigating the area without trouble. For inspiration, look to Escambia County, Florida, where they&#8217;ve taken this idea a step further by <a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20211129104858\/http:\/\/escambia.floridahealth.gov\/programs-and-services\/wellness-programs\/hcr\/restaurant-list\/index.html\">curating a list of healthy dining options<\/a> throughout the county.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-provide-discounts-for-healthy-foods-sold-at-work\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Provide_discounts_for_healthy_foods_sold_at_work\"><\/span>2. Provide discounts for healthy foods sold at work  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>People who aren\u2019t used to eating healthy will typically need an incentive to do so. One big stereotype about health foods that deters people from buying them is their price. If you\u2019ve ever been to a health food store, then you know that health foods are typically priced higher than foods at a local supermarket or restaurant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, employers need to make discounted health foods available for sale at work so that their employees will have healthier food options to choose from. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"590\" height=\"410\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/healthy-food.png\" alt=\"healthy cafeteria food\" class=\"wp-image-4833\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/healthy-food.png 590w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/healthy-food-300x208.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 590px) 100vw, 590px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This will also make health foods easier for the employees to purchase without forcing them to drive to a restaurant on their lunch break just to get them. Otherwise, they\u2019ll likely just stay inside their work building and rely on unhealthy vending machines to supply them with food every time they feel hungry and need a quick bite to eat.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-review-the-catering-menu-and-make-recommendations-for-healthy-options\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Review_the_catering_menu_and_make_recommendations_for_healthy_options\"><\/span>3. Review the catering menu and make recommendations for healthy options <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since there is such a variety of foods people like, cafeterias and food courts are great places to implement your workplace health and well-being ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your company hires caterers that prepare meals for the employees in a cafeteria, then pay particular attention to the catering menu and the food choices that it has. Foods like hamburgers, fries, and pizza should be made available less often. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your caterers that you want to add healthier foods like salads, grilled chicken, egg whites, wheat toast, and so on. You may not be able to get rid of all the unhealthy foods on the menu, but if you add healthier options then people who care about eating healthy will be able to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/health-and-wellness-program-ideas-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"healthy cafeteria food\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If your company holds office parties or holiday parties then you should recommend healthier foods to the caterers of those events as well. Try adding variety to the healthier food choices in order to get people interested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Salads, for example, could be broken up into multiple meal choices. You could have cobb salad, grilled chicken salad, garden salad, Caesar salad, etc. This will make the employees think they have plenty of food options to choose from without feeling deprived of their unhealthy foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-provide-vendor-communication-materials-to-encourage-healthy-holiday-gifts-from-vendors\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Provide_vendor_communication_materials_to_encourage_healthy_holiday_gifts_from_vendors\"><\/span>4. Provide vendor communication materials to encourage healthy holiday gifts from vendors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When the holidays come around, vendors will typically supply companies with unhealthy holiday gifts. These gifts typically include cake, chocolates, cupcakes, and other sugary or fried foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some might make excuses and choose to ignore because it is the holidays. However, the truth is that these foods&nbsp;don&#8217;t just show up during the holidays. Employees need to be encouraged to eat healthy all year round, even on holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fruit-1213041_960_720.jpg\" alt=\"out of the box wellness ideas\" class=\"wp-image-2735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fruit-1213041_960_720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fruit-1213041_960_720-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fruit-1213041_960_720-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/fruit-1213041_960_720-800x450.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Employees will probably consume whatever holiday gifts are given to them, whether they are healthy or not. If you can have your vendors supply gifts like fruit baskets, tropical fruit bars, or trail mix, then&nbsp;it will be easier for employees to make healthier choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Supply all your vendors with communication materials such as pictures, letters, pamphlets, and infographics which express exactly what you\u2019re looking for. Well-being in the workplace&nbsp;is easier when you have help from vendors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-coordinate-community-supported-agriculture-and-or-find-accessible-farmers-markets\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Coordinate_community-supported_agriculture_andor_find_accessible_farmers_markets\"><\/span>5. Coordinate community-supported agriculture and\/or find accessible farmers&#8217; markets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It often takes a group effort for people to get hooked on fresh produce. Use <a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20220127203417\/https:\/\/www.localharvest.org\/csa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this website<\/a> to find local Farmers markets in your area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is that many communities throughout the country do not have community supported agricultural (CSA) or farmer\u2019s markets where fresh fruits and vegetables can be purchased. That is why a good employer should help lead this effort. If there is currently no agricultural group in your community, go out and start one.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/wellbeing-programs-for-schools-farmers-market-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"staff Health and Wellbeing Ideas, Activities, &amp; Initiatives, out of the box wellness ideas, workplace wellbeing initiatives, wellbeing event ideas\" class=\"wp-image-3400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/wellbeing-programs-for-schools-farmers-market-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/wellbeing-programs-for-schools-farmers-market-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/wellbeing-programs-for-schools-farmers-market-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/wellbeing-programs-for-schools-farmers-market-800x450.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You could post advertisements for the group on your company\u2019s social media pages, website, or as a physical advertisement on the bulletin board in your break room. Ask people to join the group and be a part of the effort to bring more fresh produce to your community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This could even involve making deals with the closest farmer\u2019s markets and trying to get them to give you a bulk discount deal on purchasing their produce on a regular basis. Perhaps, you could get them to give your employees a discounted rate on their food products as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-facilitate-delivery-of-fresh-fruits-and-veggies-to-the-break-room\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Facilitate_delivery_of_fresh_fruits_and_veggies_to_the_break_room\"><\/span>6. Facilitate delivery of fresh fruits and veggies to the break room<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The break room is the place where employees gather to eat their packed meals or snacks. Sometimes they\u2019ll even head for the vending machine and pick unhealthy junk food\u2014like potato chips or candy bars. Instead of vending machines, have fresh fruits and vegetables periodically delivered to the break room for employees to eat for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If that is too expensive, start a healthy food fund where each employee chips in a certain amount of money every month in exchange for fresh produce to be made available to them in the break room anytime they want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Either way, having fresh fruits and vegetables in the immediate surroundings of employees will encourage them to make healthier <a href=\"http:\/\/www.snacknation.com\/blog\/guide\/healthy-snacks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">snack choices<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-start-a-healthy-recipe-exchange-and-potluck-lunch\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Start_a_healthy_recipe_exchange_and_potluck_lunch\"><\/span>7. Start a healthy recipe exchange and potluck lunch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees love special events that happen in the workplace. Anything that distracts them from the daily grind of their everyday jobs is a good thing. Take the opportunity to integrate a few special events that will make them healthier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One arrangement you could make is a potluck lunch where participating employees have to cook a healthy party-sized meal and bring it in for everyone to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/images.media-allrecipes.com\/images\/69076.jpg\" alt=\"workplace health and wellbeing ideas, activities, and initiatives\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>You could set it up so each employee submits a healthy recipe that another employee will have to prepare. The decision on which employees cooks the recipes will be from the pick of a hat. Just put the names of every employee in a hat or bag, and then have each employee randomly pick one name from it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once they choose a name, the employee will have to cook that person\u2019s healthy recipe. This makes it fun and exciting for the employees while giving them an incentive to eat healthily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-coordinate-a-healthy-snack-of-the-month-club\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Coordinate_a_%E2%80%9Chealthy_snack_of_the_month%E2%80%9D_club\"><\/span>8. Coordinate a \u201chealthy snack of the month\u201d club<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The idea of eating the same fruits and vegetables every month gets boring for many people. This could cause your employees to relapse to unhealthy foods. Try adding more variety to the healthy eating choices in your workplace by starting a \u201chealthy snack of the month\u201d club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Employees who want to participate could submit a few dollars every month in order to join the club. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.snacknation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Snacknation<\/a> offers healthy workplace snacks at a fair price. The benefits for them will be having a new healthy snack being served in the workplace for that month. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/realfood.tesco.com\/media\/images\/RFO-Hero-636x418-Salsa-eec6158c-0b37-4fd4-a871-ad3a5f586d54-0-636x418.jpg\" alt=\"staff wellbeing ideas and initiatives\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Some of the snacks you could use include unsalted mixed nuts, strawberries, celery with fat-free dip, Greek yogurt, dark chocolate, protein bars, and smoothie drinks. Perhaps you could serve one of these snacks on the last day of each week during the course of the month. Then when the next month comes along, switch to a new snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-arrange-for-bike-racks-and-provide-bike-to-work-promotional-materials\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Arrange_for_bike_racks_and_provide_%E2%80%9Cbike_to_work%E2%80%9D_promotional_materials\"><\/span>9. Arrange for bike racks and provide \u201cbike to work\u201d promotional materials<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The type of transportation that employee use to get to work is a big factor for them. While most employees use automobiles, many of them don\u2019t have to. Bicycles are a form of transportation that often gets overlooked by people when they\u2019re going to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In Japan and Thailand, bicycling to work is a common practice because it is more affordable than owning and operating an automobile. But for your employees, encouraging them to ride bicycles can be more about keeping them physically healthy rather than just the economics of it.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Wellness-program-ideas-from-WellSteps-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"worksite health and wellness ideas include helping employees bike to work\" class=\"wp-image-1536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Wellness-program-ideas-from-WellSteps-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Wellness-program-ideas-from-WellSteps-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Wellness-program-ideas-from-WellSteps-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Wellness-program-ideas-from-WellSteps.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you were to pass out \u201cbike to work\u201d promotional materials to your employees and set up bike racks outside of the work facility, perhaps more employees would be motivated to ride a bike to work rather than take their car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The promotional materials you provide them can include the best places to purchase a bike, where they can park it, and how they can securely lock their bike so that it doesn\u2019t get stolen. If employees feel confident about riding a bike to work, then more of them will do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-encourage-stairwell-use-by-putting-up-posters-in-strategic-locations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Encourage_stairwell_use_by_putting_up_posters_in_strategic_locations\"><\/span>10. Encourage stairwell use by putting up posters in strategic locations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your office isn&#8217;t very tall, your employees might not need to use the elevator to go up a few floors. Encourage them to take the stairs when they&#8217;re going up to three floors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your employees don&#8217;t know where the stairs are, you could put up signs in your building to show the way. These signs should do more than just give directions.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"528\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/take-the-stairs-1024x528.jpg\" alt=\"worksite health and wellbeing ideas activities and initiatives for empoyees, out of the box wellness ideas, workplace wellbeing initiatives, wellbeing event ideas\" class=\"wp-image-225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/take-the-stairs-1024x528.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/take-the-stairs-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/take-the-stairs-768x396.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/take-the-stairs.jpg 1897w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The signs can also show why using the stairs is good for health, like making your heart stronger. You could use pictures and diagrams on these signs to explain how taking the stairs instead of the elevator can help improve heart health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seeing these signs every day might make your employees want to try the stairs more often. They&#8217;ll feel good about making a healthy choice, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-arrange-for-the-installation-of-an-outdoor-multi-sports-court\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Arrange_for_the_installation_of_an_outdoor_multi-sports_court\"><\/span>11. Arrange for the installation of an outdoor multi-sports court<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You ever notice how grade schools and colleges have multi-sports courtyards for students and faculty to use? Why aren&#8217;t these courtyards integrated into all workplace environments?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If they were, then employees would have a chance to loosen up and relieve their stress by doing something physically productive during their break time. Now, this doesn\u2019t mean that you have to install a gymnasium or big sports arena outside of your workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/wellness-program-ideas-sport-court-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"employee wellbeing ideas and activities corporate fitness, out of the box wellness ideas, workplace wellbeing initiatives, wellbeing event ideas\" class=\"wp-image-4867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/wellness-program-ideas-sport-court-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/wellness-program-ideas-sport-court-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/wellness-program-ideas-sport-court-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/wellness-program-ideas-sport-court-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/wellness-program-ideas-sport-court.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>A multi-sports courtyard only needs to be 1-2 acres in size, and it can be split up into multiple sections for playing different kinds of sports. You can make sections for playing tennis, basketball, badminton, and so on. Once you do this, it will likely make your employees much happier because they\u2019ll get more of a chance to exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This will cause the endorphins to be released, which will naturally relieve their stress. Anytime you have happier employees, the quality of their work will improve and productivity in the company will be increased. This might be the most expensive health and well-being idea, but if your company has the resources, it may become the most popular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-12-negotiate-corporate-discounts-for-health-club-memberships\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Negotiate_corporate_discounts_for_health_club_memberships\"><\/span>12. Negotiate corporate discounts for health club memberships<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many corporations these days are partnering with various health clubs in their community so that their employees can get discounts on memberships if they were to join one of these facilities. Employees love to receive discounts on products and services, even if they aren\u2019t something they would have purchased for themselves before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If there is an employee who has been thinking about joining a health club but doesn\u2019t want to because it costs too much money every month, then the employee discount will give them an extra incentive toward actually getting them to join the club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of these discounts are fairly substantial as well. While regular members might have to pay $20 to $30 per month, most corporate discounts give employees the chance to join for $10 or less per month. Who wouldn\u2019t want to join a gym and improve their health for such little money?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>We partnered with WellSteps when we knew how important it was to prioritize the health and well-being of our employees.&nbsp;The workplace health and well-being ideas, tools and resources that they provide helps us to ensure that our wellness program is not only meaningful and effective, but that it makes a difference in our employees\u2019 lives. <\/p>\n<cite>Cassie Scott<br> Human Resources Administrator<br> Fransen Pittman <\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-13-provide-training-on-the-process-of-holding-walking-meetings\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Provide_training_on_the_process_of_holding_walking_meetings\"><\/span>13. Provide training on the process of holding walking meetings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The idea of conducting meetings while walking may seem laughable to some people. Traditionally, corporate meetings have always been held in offices, conference rooms, or board rooms where all the attendees are sitting down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But new studies have shown that taking walks while conducting important business meetings can actually increase the creative thought process of all parties involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, train your lower-level managers on how to conduct these walking meetings with their employees and clients. Naturally, you don\u2019t want to surprise people with walking meetings because you may have clients or employees that are not physically able to&nbsp;participate, or they may not be dressed appropriately, especially if you go outside.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/walking_friends.jpg\" alt=\"worksite health and wellbeing ideas activities and initiatives for employees, out of the box wellness ideas, workplace wellbeing initiatives, wellbeing event ideas\" class=\"wp-image-4240\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The best way to arrange these meetings is to conduct them in small groups and request approval from all the attendees ahead of time. You don\u2019t even have to emphasize the health value of walking meetings all that much. Just talk about the benefits it provides such as mental clarity, enhancing creative thinking, and less stress or nervousness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-14-post-maps-for-outdoor-walking-routes-or-trails\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Post_maps_for_outdoor_walking_routes_or_trails\"><\/span>14. Post maps for outdoor walking routes or trails<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the location of your company is near a lot of outdoor trails and walking routes, let your employees know about it by posting maps of these routes on the indoor and outdoor walls of your building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since a lot of employees like to take walks around the parking lot on their lunch break, give them a better option by letting them know about other areas where they can walk on their break. If the outdoor trail lies on the company\u2019s property, you can post up maps along the trail as well, so the employees don\u2019t get lost while trying to come back to work.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1920_wv-employees-walking-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"worksite health and wellbeing ideas activities and initiatives for employees\" class=\"wp-image-3198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1920_wv-employees-walking-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1920_wv-employees-walking-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1920_wv-employees-walking-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1920_wv-employees-walking-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1920_wv-employees-walking.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Also, post reminders at the beginning of the trail for people to bring their cell phones with them. This will allow them to call for help just in case they get lost on the trail! This is one of the most helpful and least expensive employee well-being activities for the workplace you can try.&nbsp;Here is a video to help you <a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20230905202040\/https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ku6uimMRkiA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">create walking maps with Google Maps<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-15-coordinate-and-communicate-running-and-walking-clubs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Coordinate_and_communicate_running_and_walking_clubs\"><\/span>15. Coordinate and communicate running and walking clubs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Work environments need to encourage exercise as much as possible. This doesn\u2019t just mean having employees do stretches or brief walks on their breaks. You need to have your company create or partner up with running and walking clubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After you do that, notify all the employees about these running and walking clubs. Let them know how they can join these clubs and then give them a schedule of the times and locations where club members will meet for a group run or walk.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/community-walking-group-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Community walking groups\" class=\"wp-image-107362\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5;width:609px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/community-walking-group-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/community-walking-group-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/community-walking-group-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/community-walking-group-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/community-walking-group-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>People are often motivated to exercise when they have others around them doing the same thing. Running and walking clubs are great for employees because it gives them a chance to better their health and it also allows them to meet more people who have a similar interest as them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can coordinate these club get-togethers through your company\u2019s social media accounts or by sending out paper memos to all employees within the company. Here are some <a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20240519202522\/https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/fitness\/walking\/start-or-join-a-walking-club\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">great resources<\/a> to help you start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-16-start-a-smoke-free-policy-for-work-and-provide-cessation-resources\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Start_a_smoke-free_policy_for_work_and_provide_cessation_resources\"><\/span>16. Start a smoke-free policy for work and provide cessation resources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We all know tobacco smoke is unhealthy for a variety of reasons. Not only is the smoker hurting their own health, but they are also hurting the health of those around them through secondary smoke.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-1-1024x853.jpg\" alt=\"workplace health and wellness ideas and activities, out of the box wellness ideas, workplace wellbeing initiatives, wellbeing event ideas\n\" class=\"wp-image-4620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-1-1024x853.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-1-300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-1-768x640.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Most companies have tried to solve this problem by creating designated smoking areas within the building where employees are allowed to smoke. However, this is not good enough because the employees who are smoking are still damaging their health. This, in turn, degrades their overall performance in the workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That is why a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecommunityguide.org\/findings\/tobacco-use-smoke-free-policies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">smoke-free policy<\/a> needs to be issued throughout the entire workplace with no designated smoking areas whatsoever. On top of that, cessation materials need to be made freely available to employees, By so doing you help teach them how to quit smoking altogether.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have to force it on them, just make it readily available to all in case they do&nbsp;want to quit. Among the different workplace health and well-being ideas, this one can be challenging for smokers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Communicate your intentions clearly and often. Make sure all your employees know they are valuable contributors to your worksite&#8217;s success. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tobacco-cessation.org\/PDFs\/smoke_free_policies.pdf?id=35\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Here is a great resource<\/a> to get your smoke-free policy up and running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>California has made it easier to quit and much harder to smoke than just about any other state. They have created a culture of health at home and in the workplace. This, makes it is much easier to avoid tobacco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To see similar results at your employee health and well-being initiatives, you need to start by creating a healthy culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-results-should-you-expect-to-see-if-you-go-it-alone\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_results_should_you_expect_to_see_if_you_go_it_alone\"><\/span>What results should you expect to see if you go it alone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>But, don&#8217;t expect improvements in employee health and healthcare cost savings. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WellSteps well-being platform<\/a> uses these same health and well-being at work ideas. But, we integrate them into a strategy that is not only measurable and incentivized but is also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2015\/12\/11\/do-wellness-programs-save-money\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">effective<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you incorporate these workplace health and well-being ideas into an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2022\/01\/03\/employee-wellness-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">organized and structured program<\/a>, you will improve employee health and reduce healthcare costs. Done right, it looks like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2015\/12\/11\/do-wellness-programs-save-money\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/intern.jpg\" alt=\"workplace health and wellness ideas and activities\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>These workplace health and well-being ideas are designed to change policy and improve the work environment. 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The best workplace health and well-being ideas solve real problems\u2014like stress, lack of movement, or low morale.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773131759799\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why do small workplace health and well-being ideas make such a big cultural impact?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Big change comes from small habits. When companies implement simple workplace health and well-being ideas, employees feel supported without feeling overwhelmed.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773131761333\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can companies keep workplace health and well-being ideas fresh all year?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Rotate themes monthly or quarterly. 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