FAQ
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Are pedometers available to start a Walking Club at our workplaces? |
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Yes, workplaces that register receive a Walking Workout Pedometer kit. Pedometer kits are also available for loan from some rural and northern community libraries. You can also purchase Manitoba in motion pedometers through Materials Distribution Agency. The merchandise list and form can be found on the Home Page of the Manitoba in motion website or by calling (204) 945-3648, toll free 1-866-788-3648 or you can Contact Us online. |
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Do workplace in motion initiatives cost a lot of money and take a lot of time (i.e. building a weight room, paying for employee fitness memberships)? |
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Getting employees active does not need to cost a lot of money or involve using a lot of expensive equipment. Depending on the resources that worksite has, it can be as simple as distributing information to employees that educate them on active healthy lifestyles. For more ideas call (204) 945-3648 or toll free at 1-866-788-3648. |
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Is there a registration fee? |
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No, there are no fees attached to registering your workplace. The Workplaces in motion strategy encourages employees and employers to build physical activity into their daily lives at work and at home. Resource materials are provided at no cost. |
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Is there any other merchandise such as t-shirts or other promotional items? |
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Yes, Manitoba in motion merchandise can be purchased through Materials Distribution Agency. The merchandise list and form can be found on the Home Page of Manitoba in motion or by calling (204) 945-3648 or toll free 1-866-788-3648. |
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Our wellness committee has become discouraged because a number of employees are not participating or do not share the same passion that we have. |
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It is not your role or responsibility to ensure that every employee is active. People go through various stages of change from not interested in being active to those that are active. We encourage you to concentrate on the employees that are ready to get involved. In time others may participate. |
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We already have a number of initiatives at work, what would be the benefit to registering with in motion? |
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The Workplace in motion strategy can enhance what you are currently doing. In motion would love to recognize your workplace for their efforts by sharing your story on our website. Your initiatives and in motion share common goals and fit very well together. Your organization will also be part of something much larger, a community strategy! |
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Who should I ask to be Workplaces in motion Leaders? |
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Any person within your organization who will champion in motion. This person should be well known and well liked within the workplace. They should have interest in physical activity and its benefits and be ready to promote physical activity within the workplace. |
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Will there be help to develop our workplace action plan? |
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Yes, a Resource Manual is provided to all workplaces that register. As well consultants are available to discuss ideas for your action plan. |
