It is recommended that we do at least 30 minutes of exercise a day –…
Free webinar on why and how to reduce sedentary behaviour
The International Society for Physical Activity and Health (ISPAH) has paired up with WHO to…
WHO releases 2020 Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines
In late 2020, the World Health Organisation released their guidelines on physical activity and sedentary…
The impact of COVID-19 on staff taking part in BeUpstanding
In a previous article, we looked at how COVID-19 had impacted champions implementing the BeUpstanding…
New report examines occupational sitting and mental health in young people
A new report, funded by Wellcome, explores the potential health risks associated with high levels…
What does and doesn’t work in gamification?
A few weeks ago, this blog discussed how gamification might be used to support workers…
Why are workplaces wanting to BeUpstanding? Part 2: Knowledge and the Environment
As part of the sign-up process to the BeUpstanding program, we ask workplace champions what…
Have you ever realised how much time you sit in a day?
Here at team BeUpstanding, we are all about sitting less and moving more. The BeUpstanding…
How do office spatial environments influence sitting time and face-to-face interactions?
Many people now work in office-based jobs, which can be highly sedentary. As high levels…