Desk Health & Daily Movement: A Virtual Workshop

Support your team’s health, energy, and productivity with this practical and engaging virtual desk health workshop. Created by The WorkWell Doctors for Avva Experience, this session combines evidence-based insights with actionable strategies to help participants improve posture, reduce discomfort, and build sustainable movement habits.

The WorkWell Doctors are award-winning medical professionals specialising in workplace wellbeing, performance, and behaviour change, led by Dr Nirja Joshi and Dr Alex Lai. They bring extensive experience delivering science-backed training to global organisations.

Modern work often involves long periods of sitting, which can lead to tension, reduced energy, and long-term health risks. This workplace wellbeing workshop explores the science of sedentary behaviour and how desk habits influence both physical and mental performance.

Participants will explore:

• 🪑 Desk Health & Posture – Understand how posture impacts comfort, focus, and long-term health
• 🧠 The Impact of Sitting – Learn how prolonged sitting affects the body and brain
• 👀 Ergonomics & Eye Health – Apply practical desk setup tips and the 20-20-20 rule
• ⚡ Movement Snacks – Build micro, mini, and main movement breaks into the workday
• 🤸 Desk Stretches – Learn simple stretches that can be done anytime, anywhere
• 🔄 Habit Building – Use proven techniques to make movement a consistent daily habit

The 60-minute workshop includes interactive exercises such as posture check-ins, guided desk stretches, and peer movement audits. The 30-minute session provides a focused introduction with quick wins and practical strategies for improving posture and daily movement.

All participants will leave with a personalised Movement Action Plan (MAP) and practical tools to reduce discomfort, improve energy, and build healthier desk habits.

OUR STANDARD EVENT FORMAT:

–> Welcome and Introduction: Your facilitator introduces the session and sets the context.
–> Desk Health Foundations: Overview of posture, sedentary behaviour, and workplace health risks.
–> Key Concepts: Introduction to ergonomics, movement strategies, and habit formation.
–> Interactive Exercises: Participants take part in posture checks and guided stretches.
–> Practical Strategies: Learn how to incorporate movement into the workday.
–> Breakout Discussion (60-minute session): Peer movement audits and shared insights.
–> Live Q&A and Close: Final takeaways and actionable next steps.

• Q: What platform is this virtual workshop run on? A: We run this virtual workshop on Zoom as standard, but we can also run on MS Teams, Google Meet and Webex. Some restrictions may apply.
• Q: Can we run this experience using our own meeting link? A: Yes, you absolutely can. While we typically provide a secure link for the online workshop, you are welcome to use your own company’s meeting link if that’s more convenient for your team.
• Q: Is this event hosted? A: Yes, this virtual workshop is led by a live, qualified wellbeing expert and facilitator. There will also be an Avva Event Technician supporting the technical side of your event.
• Q: What is the difference between the 30 and 60 minute sessions? A: The 30 minute session provides a focused introduction with practical strategies and quick wins. The 60 minute session includes deeper interaction, guided exercises, and personalised movement planning.
• Q: Is this experience suitable for all participants? A: Yes, this online workshop is suitable for all experience levels and is designed for anyone who spends time working at a desk.
• Q: Do participants need any materials? A: No materials are required. Participants simply need a device with internet access and a space where they can comfortably sit or stand.
• Q: Is this suitable for workplace wellbeing events? A: Absolutely. This virtual workshop is ideal for corporate wellbeing programmes, employee health initiatives, and team wellness sessions.
• Q: Can this experience work for global teams? A: Yes, the format is designed to be accessible and inclusive for both national and international teams.
• Q: Can we customise the session? A: Yes, the workshop can be tailored depending on your goals, whether that’s improving posture, reducing discomfort, or increasing movement.
• Q: Can we change the length of the experience? A: Yes, you can choose between a 30 or 60 minute session depending on your schedule.
• Q: What are the benefits and outcomes of this workshop? A: Participants will gain practical, evidence-based strategies to improve posture, reduce tension, and build sustainable movement habits. They will leave with actionable tools to support long-term health and productivity.

• Reduce Physical Discomfort: Relieve tension, stiffness, and aches caused by prolonged sitting.
• Improve Posture: Learn how to sit and work in a more supportive and ergonomic way.
• Boost Energy Levels: Movement and posture improvements support focus and productivity.
• Preventative Health Benefits: Build habits that reduce long-term risks of sedentary behaviour.
• Practical & Actionable: Simple strategies that fit into any workday
• Build Sustainable Habits: Create long-term routines for better movement and wellbeing.

• Payment is required upon confirmation of your booking. The full balance can be paid or a deposit if you are unsure of attendee numbers.
• Payment can be made either via card or transfer.
• A full refund can be made on cancellations more than 30 days prior to a scheduled event.
• You can change the date or time of your experience up to 14 days prior to a scheduled event based on availability.
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