Training during working hours can reduce long-term sickness absence

- and it doesn't have to be difficult

It may seem a bit overwhelming to try to exercise during work hours. Luckily, you can start small - small exercises. These can come in many forms, but don't have to require a lot of effort. For example, they can be small 10-minute periods using elastic bands or bodyweight-only movements such as stretching.

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Research shows that regular small exercises can reduce long-term sick leave by 13%. This could benefit both employees and the workplace. It also shows that there is no difference in who performs the exercises - everyone can benefit.

Get started with workplace training

But how do you get started? It can be hard to just suddenly break out into exercise at work. In this case, it can be a great advantage if it's something that's included as a regular appointment at work. This way you can train together, motivate and keep each other on track.

You can start small, for example, by having a 10-minute workout right before your lunch break? You can do exercises such as squats, push-ups, crunches and backbends.

Another option is to get rubber bands in the workplace, they take up little space and offer many possibilities. With active breaks and exercise in the workplace, you can actively lead the way and prevent sickness absence in your workplace.

Short training sessions in the workplace can be a great investment, and it can also provide a nice break and increase cooperation among employees. If you need inspiration and help to get started, we're ready with advice and help on how to get started with exercise in the workplace.

See also our case study with Computersalg, where we helped reduce sickness absence through ergonomic training 2-3 times a week.