Over sixteen million Canadians spend half their waking hours at work, the vast majority in sedentary jobs. Happily, a growing number of employers have realized that if they want a healthy and productive workforce, they need to invest in the wellness of those they hire. When they don’t, they can expect higher rates of stress, burnout and related absenteeism; difficulty recruiting and retaining talent; reputational issues; and of course, a negative impact where it often hurts most…the bottom line.

Management often puzzles over how best to create a happier, healthier workforce, and this is where we come in. Just as we believe in a simple approach to exercise, we also believe in a smart and simple approach to happier, healthier employees. Walking is good, but walking with poles is a game changer – a full-body workout much like cross country skiing without the snow! Ideal for employees of all ages and abilities, our Walk@Work programs work over 90% of the muscles in the body and are much more challenging, motivating and fun than regular walking. From the very first workout, participants feel the difference – in their core muscles, arms, shoulders and more. Because our programs are enjoyable, and because they achieve results regular walking programs simply can’t, participants are more likely to give them a try, stick with them, encourage colleagues to join in, and to report significant gains in health and happiness.