Whereas:

<fill in your worksite name here> is concerned about the health of our employees.

Whereas:

People have become more and more interested in eating better and being more active;

Whereas:

Both heart disease, cancer and stroke --the top three causes of death in North Carolina--are largely affected by what we eat and how active we are;

Whereas:

Regular physical activity provides for increased quality of life through improved endurance, strength, flexibility and balance, as well as reduced risk of chronic diseases, injury and perception of stress;

Therefore:

Effective <insesrt date>, it is the policy of  <insert your organizations name> that all employees will have opportunities to participate in physical activity during the workday.

• Supportive Schedules To Allow Physical Activity: Flexible Work Schedules
  Flexible work schedules can include: Working through lunch to leave early to exercise, coming in 30 minutes early or staying 30 minutes late to allow a long lunch for exercise.
   
• Supportive Schedules To Allow Physical Activity: Activity Breaks
  Employees will be allowed two 10-15 minute breaks during an eight hour work day. This time will allow employees to take a walk, go up or down the stairs or stretch at their desk.
   
• Identification of Physical Activity Opportunities
  Examples include provision of map with walking routes and local attractions; identification of recreational and exercise facilities; organization of walking groups and other group activities.

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Adapted from a variety of materials by the Physical Activity & Nutrition Unit Π February 2003
State of North Carolina - Department of Health and Human Services - Division of Public Health - Health Promotion Branch - Dr. Leah Devlin Acting State Health Director