
10 Essential Elements of a Company Walking Program
Okay, youʼre in charge of your organization’s wellness initiative and the first thing that comes to mind is starting up a walking challenge. So, whatʼs the best way to get started? At Walker Tracker, we’ve worked with just about…

Get Moving at Work - for employees & benefits managers
It is estimated that only one in five Americans achieves a relatively high level of physical activity at work1. Many of us are aware that it would be beneficial to incorporate more fitness into our work day, yet, where to start? A knowledgeable…

What to tell your boss (about wellness)
Wellness program success depends on executive sponsorship. Its probably the most common refrain uttered by corporate wellness consultants, (including Walker Tracker). Clearly, this isnt news to anyone. Yet, in the hundreds of programs…

Are wellness programs effective?
A new study indicates: Yes! You're here, and so you already know this! In a study of 7,804 employees, findings indicated that there were significant drops in health risks among high-risk employees. And that risk alleviation is going to have…

How to Manage Your Wellness Program
Like any other company initiative, the Wellness Program can take on a life of its own, requiring a significant portion of your time to administer. At Walker Tracker, weve found that the most successful programs involve detailed planning,…

Email lapsed or active walkers - new feature for admins
One of the most important tools we offer is the ability for an organization's wellness advocate to communicate with employees. For this reason, Walker Tracker's 'Email walkers' feature is one of our most popular features. It lets you send pretty,…

Introducing Pacer Rabbit
As I mentioned on Facebook yesterday, we hired a Pacer Rabbit. He's a mix between Peter Rabbit and the White Rabbit. He's a spry, high-stepping fellow that will help set the pace of your walking competitions. He shows up on the first day…

Wellness Programs provide big ROI - says Harvard Business Review study
A 2010 Harvard Business Review Article had some astounding things to say about the 'hard return' of wellness programs. Their conclusion? Wellness program provide a terrific return on investment.
"...a comprehensive, strategically designed…

Incredible grant for Portland Metro non-profits
Speaking of grants that have crossed our desks lately, if you have 501c3 status and operate in the Portland metro area, this is a fantastic, yearly grant. Nike and The Oregon Community Foundation are seeking proposals (deadline Nov 15th) for…

ROI for Company Walking Programs
Corporate HR Administrators often ask us about the Return on Investment (ROI) on walking programs. Here are a few great links that we send them. Calculating ROI can be challenging, since you're measuring program participation and costs, absenteeism,…