The Business Case for Active Commuting: Fewer Sick Days

A recent Finnish study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports adds weight to what many employers and wellness advocates have long suspected: active commuting--like walking and biking--can lead to fewer sick days. 

The study found that employees who actively commuted an average of 61 km (approximately 38 miles) per week had an 8% to 12% lower risk of sickness absence and an 18% lower risk of longer sick episodes compared to those who commuted passively. In short, regular movement on the way to work could translate into a healthier, more present workforce. 

You can read the full study here: Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports.

With May being Bike Month in the Portland Metro area and across the nation, it's a great time to encourage your team to get moving! Join the Bike Month Challenge through Get There Oregon. It's an easy and fun way for employees to log their bike trips and see how small changes can make a big difference.