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Fitness at Work

Employees’ health, productivity and quality of life can be improved if they are given opportunities for physical activity during the day or offered an incentive for being healthy. Below are a few opportunities you can offer in your organization. Visit the Fitness at Work Archives to learn more.

Join the Fit City Challenge
	The Fit City Challenge is a community-based initiative to encourage and empower participants to increase their levels of physical activity and fruit and vegetable consumption. Fit City provides employers with tools and guidance in implementing incentive programs to give employees rewards for successful attainment of fitness goals. (Learn more)
Workout at Your Worksite Research indicates that exercise at work works! Employers can provide opportunity and encouragement for employees to get moving during the work day. Some ideas include:
	Desk Stretches Morning Stretches Fitness Video Classes/ Fitness Video Lending Library Fitness Class with Instructor Hold a Walking Meeting Take the Stairs Signs Walk At Work
Workout at Your Lunch Hour
	So, you're not an earlier riser and your evenings are just too hectic. Try breaking up your work day with a little exercise. Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Facilities offer several programs during Lunchtime. Find one close to your worksite.
Start a Company Sports Team
	Getting to know your coworkers outside the office, having fun together and improving your fitness will benefit your company’s productivity and morale! Whatever your fitness level, you can find a sports team that is right for you. There are many different options in Mecklenburg County, it’s as easy as 1, 2, 3! (Learn more)
Encourage Biking to Work
	Charlotte's Bicycle Commuter Mentor Program (BCMP) is a group of cycling enthusiasts who want to help other Charlotteans try out cycling to work. Whether it's every day, once a week, or just on the prettiest days – if you've ever thought, "Why don't I ride to work?" we want to help you make it happen! Learn More About Biking to Work Learn How to Choose a Bike Rack For Your Office Bring your Bike onto Lynx
Take the Bus or Ride the Lynx to Work
	As our city continues to grow the need for alternative transportation grows as well. Encourage employees to Take the Bus or Ride the Lynx to work. How much money can you save by taking the bus or riding the Lynx? Why should I encourage my employees to use alternative transportation?
Sample Physical Activity Policies
	Make it official - set an example. Fit City offers sample policies to encourage physical activity in the workplace. Breaks in Meetings Flexible Work Schedules and Breaks Guaranteed Ride Home Physical Activity Waiver