Being active during your workday has been shown to improve blood circulation, reduce stress and improve work productivity. Go for a walk, take the stairs, and/or do exercises at your desk between meetings. Below are some resources.

• "Fitness For You" Class Calendar​ (weekly, virtual classes, 30 minutes each)​
• Ways to Sit less, Move more! 
• Walk around campus
• ​Look for HeartWalk logo placed in 1/10 mile increments on most traveled sidewalks. Count 10 logos to travel approximately 1 mile​​​
  

 

HeartWalk at NIH - Bright red HeartWalk logo stencils have been placed in 1/10 mile increments all over the NIH campus on most of our traveled sidewalks. Count 10 logos and you have traveled approximately 1 mile​

“Be Active” Tip Sheet for Adults

Getting Started

Host a walking meeting!​

​Take advantage of the NIH R&W fitness centers, classes, and   personal training resources. Different membership plans are available.

R&W Fitness Centers and Programs​

• Building 31
• ​Bldg 53
• Bayview
• Personal Trainers
• Group Classes