Moving regularly is a proven way to boost mood, build confidence and feel more energised. Active Surrey has released a new set of free workplace wellbeing posters designed to help employers promote movement and create healthier working environments.
Why is movement important?
- Just 15 minutes of movement a day can reduce workplace stress by 15% and boost productivity and creativity by 32%
- Physically active workers take 27% fewer sick days
- Physical activity programmes in the workplace reduce absence by 20%
- The return on investment for physical activity in the workplace programmes is up to £34 return for every £1 spent.
Posters that encourage active choices
Active Surrey has created a toolkit of posters designed to gently nudge staff to choose healthier, more active options where they are able to:
- Step Up Your Game – Choose the stairs instead of the lift – view here
- Walk the Talk – Take your meetings on the move – view here
- Make Your Commute Count – Walk or cycle to get to and from work – view here
- Get Up, Stand Up – Break up long periods of sitting – view here
The posters work best if they are placed in high‑impact locations such as lifts, meeting rooms, and car parks, to encourage staff to consider taking up options for additional movement.
Movement posters for staff desks
The Active Surrey team also created two desk-friendly resources designed to be simple, accessible, and effective, helping workplaces build a culture where movement becomes a natural part of the working day.:
- Desk-Based Stretches & Movements – a simple visual guide to stretches that ease tension and support better posture – view here
- 6 Ways to Sit Less & Move More – quick, practical tips to help break up sitting time – from stretching at their desk to talking walking meetings – view here.
Use the posters around your workplace
Surrey businesses that would like their staff to benefit from increasing activity can easily:
- Download these posters and get lots more ideas from the Active Workplaces website
- Display the posters in communal areas, and share with colleagues
- Get in touch by emailing becky.hadley@surreycc.gov.uk if you’d like printed copies for your workplace
Find out more about Active Surrey, and the Active Travel Grants that are currently available to help your staff travel to work in a more sustainable and healthy way.
