Did you know the average office worker only walks around 3,000 steps a day? Well under the recommended daily average of 10,000 steps.
Research indicates that increased physical activity at work can reduce stress, absenteeism, lead to happier, healthier, more satisfied staff and improved productivity.
The Walk for autism Workplace Team Challenge is an easy, fun and rewarding way for companies to boost staff activity levels, engagement and meet corporate social responsibility goals. Plus, you will create positive change in the community.
Because it is a virtual event, you and your staff can decide the course, location and time you want to walk. This means all your staff can take part – no matter their location, lifestyle or schedule. So everyone can take part, even if they are working from home!
Take part as a company-wide team or organise smaller inter-department teams to challenge each other. What about inviting your customers and clients to join your team? Or challenge your competitors to see who can raise the most funds? A bit of healthy competition never hurt anyone!
Getting your workplace involved is easy:
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Decide how many teams you want to sign-up
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Nominate a Workplace Team Leader(s) to create the team(s)
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Decide who will be in each team
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Invite staff to set-up their personal fundraising page and join their team
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Set your fundraising goals
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Get everyone together and brainstorm ideas to smash your step and fundraising goals
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Get some competition going and use our workplace resources to spread the word and have fun
Benefits of taking part in Walk for autism
Workplace Benefits
Easy and rewarding team building activity
Encourage staff to work together
Create a fun environment
Promote social connections
Happier and more motivated staff
Reduce stress
Increase productivity
Shows your organisation cares
Health Benefits
Improve health
Boosts energy
Aids relaxation and clears the mind
Improves confidence and mood
Helps manage weight
Provides a sense of achievement and satisfaction
Promotes healthier blood pressure
Builds stronger bones and muscles
Sign up to the Walk for autism Workplace Team Challenge and take the first step towards a healthier, more energetic and connected workplace. Not only will you make a difference to your staff, you will also change the lives of people on the autism spectrum – one step at a time.
Want to know more?
Our Walking Buddies are here to answer all your questions. Call 1800 (AUTISM) 288 476 or email walk@autismspectrum.org.au
Will your workplace take the next step?
We're looking for companies to take the next step and partner with Walk for autism as corporate sponsors. To learn more and help us make an even bigger impact contact Janice Clarkson: jclarkson@autismspectrum.org.au or 1800 288 476 for more information on available partnership opportunities.
