“WELL v2™ Movement Concept: Turning Spaces Into Daily Fitness Allies”

The human body was built to move, not to sit still.
Yet today we spend more hours than ever in front of screens, in cars, or at desks… and it’s costing us our health, energy, and even years of life.
The MOVEMENT concept in WELL v2™ transforms our spaces to invite movement: visible, inviting staircases; dedicated exercise areas; safe walking and cycling routes; adjustable workstations; and policies that reward physical activity.
Because every step, every stretch, every active minute counts. Movement isn’t just a habit—it’s preventive medicine.

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The MOVEMENT concept in WELL v2™ promotes daily physical activity through environmental design, policies, and programs that integrate movement into the culture, buildings, and communities. It recognizes that all activity counts—from walking to active commuting, from work to leisure.

Problem:

• Physical inactivity is linked to chronic diseases such as type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease, depression, dementia, and certain cancers.
• Sedentary behavior (prolonged sitting) carries its own risks: obesity, poor circulation, chronic pain, and reduced life expectancy.
• Globally, 23% of adults are inactive, and in adolescents that number rises to 80%.

WELL v2™ Solutions:

• Active design: Visible, inviting staircases; exercise areas; ergonomic furniture; and adjustable workstations.
• Community infrastructure: Bike lanes, walking trails, parks, and access to public transportation.
• Support for active commuting: Bike racks, showers, and changing rooms at the workplace.
• Incentive programs: Free classes, step challenges, flexible schedules for physical activity.
• Self-monitoring: Wearables to track steps, sleep, and habits.

Potential Impact:
Reducing inactivity by 10% could save over 500,000 lives annually. Cutting inactivity by 25% could prevent more than 1 million deaths and increase global life expectancy by nearly 0.7 years.

Practical Example:
A WELL-certified office features daylight-filled staircases with music, height-adjustable desks, bike racks with maintenance tools, showers for active commuters, and a free weekly calendar of yoga or functional training classes.