10 minutes for active break at work

Description of the Pledge

We pledge to be active at work every day for at least 10 minutes. 

Numerous studies and examples of good practice confirm that physical activity and sport improve our well-being and health, and consequently work productivity. Therefore, it is good to dedicate some time to physical activity during working hours as well. 

With our communication campaign, we call on all employers and employees to dedicate 10 minutes to an active break every working day at 10 am. 

The Olympic Committee of Slovenia pays special attention to socially responsible behavior. Given that we have the opportunity to work with top experts in the field of kinesiology within the project Human Resources Development, we decided to give a socially responsible part of this professional value to all.

Together with them, we prepared electronic posters with instructions for training in the workplace.

These are the exercises that kinesiologists have described as the most suitable for the so-called sedentary occupations. Exercises are carefully planned and carefully selected and transferred to the work environment. They can be performed in the office, in work clothes, and one can use a table, chair, and the like to perform the exercises.

Expected measurable outcomes

We hope that at least 200 companies in Europe and at least 20,000 employees will respond to our call.