Retrospective
Peer pressure is a powerful influence that gets a bad rap. When used responsibly, it can encourage individuals to make positive changes in their lives. If you are able to convince your coworkers that being healthy is enjoyable, then you’ll probably benefit by having them support you in return.
Organizing games and activities in which your coworkers can participate is a great way to get people onboard. In fact, you should ask one person each day about their health. The question can be as simple as “Did you go to the gym today?” If you know the person more intimately, you may be comfortable asking directly, “How’s your health?” The purpose of these questions is to plant a seed that will hopefully grow into an interest in being ...
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