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Up to 4,910 days of improved mental health in the workplace

“Being a university, it really does come under the microscope in a way that we make sure we do things that are evidence based and have rigour in terms of research background. This is why we liked being able to align with 15 Minute Challenge.” - Deborah Ward-Mackay - Senior Health and Wellbeing Partner, QUT

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7.5

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Sleep

Mood

Energy

Health

Fitness

597

Number of active participants in the program

77%

Completed the full 6-week program

88%

Achieved the WHO global exercise standard

45%

Felt an improvement in mental resilience

83%

Saw an improvement in overall health

88%

Recommend the exercise challenge to a colleague

Being in a university, every program we do really does come under the microscope to make sure it is evidence based and has rigor in terms of the research background. We wanted really good administrative and program support. We wanted it to be pretty agile and flexible so we could have some of our own QUT centric aspects in the program or the communications. The coordination of the challenge was a breeze. You were doing so much that for the first time in years we felt this complete weight of our shoulders. We would normally have an inbox full of inquiries almost day to day throughout the challenges that we've had in the past. We have been talking about the 15 Minute Challenge really positively to a number of other university contacts across Australia. I think it definitely suits any organisation, whether it's a small or a large organisation. It's also a really great price point for an activity challenge, being a price point that we felt was comfortable for us and a really good return on investment. There are not too many other interventions that could really offer that kind of ROI.

Deborah Ward-Mackay

Senior Health and Wellbeing Partner

I can't believe the incredible journey I've experienced through the fitness exercise challenge! From day one, I was greeted with a supportive community of fellow participants who were all united by a common goal: to become the best version of ourselves. The challenge pushed me beyond my limits, both physically and mentally, and the results have been absolutely astounding. If you're looking for a transformative experience that goes beyond just physical fitness, I wholeheartedly recommend this exercise challenge. It's not just a program – it's a life-changing adventure that will push you, support you, and celebrate you every step of the way. Thank you to the entire team for creating such an incredible opportunity for personal growth and empowerment.

Komal

The 15-min challenge was perfect for me. It’s finding a pocket of time to stay active in a day which makes the process so manageable and unintimidating for an HDR student like me. The design of the online platform encourages independence, honesty and camaraderie. There’s no pressure and yet there is this inner motivation to do your best as you see others really doing their best, too. This comes at a perfect time for me as this year I turned 50, and the 15-minute challenge has given me the tool to strut into my half-century mark with flair and confidence. Kudos to the organizing Team!

Hershey

Participating was like discovering a shortcut to an energized version of myself. It's like I found my personal health superhero cape. Hope it will inspire others to unlock their inner health heroes too! Catch ya on the active side!

Arthur Fabre

The 15 minute challenge was a great way to get motivated and get into exercise! It gave me the perfect excuse to join the gym with my friends and squeeze in little walks each day. I could really notice that my mood was higher and energy levels were better while I was doing the challenge.

Kate

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88% of participants saw an increase in overall health

“If your organisation is anywhere where we are, where we are looking to reach as many people as possible, aiming for incremental achievable improvements that people can build into their daily lives, I would absolutely recommend it. The program also has absolutely minimal admin and just really runs itself.” - Kieran Darling, Senior HR Policy Adviser, LSE

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7.5

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Mood

Energy

Health

Fitness

91%

Exercised more than they otherwise would have

80%

Completed the full 6-week program

96%

Achieved the WHO global exercise standard

69%

Saw an improvement in team morale

88%

Will likely participate again in the future

91%

Recommend the exercise challenge to a colleague

I should add a brief disclaimer that I was involved in helping to set up the 15 Minute Challenge, but I truly believe that it has been a valuable experience. Despite some personal fitness issues during the Challenge period, the Challenge always reminded and motivated me to make a daily effort to find time for fitness (even if this was sometimes a brief walk). Towards the end of the Challenge, I was in a place to step up my exercise and help out the team a bit more! The team itself were really supportive and you definitely get a kind of camaraderie which isn't repeated elsewhere in the workplace.

Kieran Darling

Position Title

I absolutely loved the 15 Minute Challenge! It’s been a fun six weeks of moving but also being creative (coming up with a team name and posting photos of us being active...)! A special shout out to my fellow exercisers, I really enjoyed our team encouraging and gently challenging each other.

Désirée

Position Title

When I was stressed I run, when I was anxious...I run; and I always felt better afterwards! Some days were cloudy, raining, windy...other days were sunny and hot...I loved being outdoor everyday! I was more focus at work, more efficient...I thought I was too busy to exercise every day, but running gave me time!

Javiera Cartagena-Farias

Position Title

I felt this was a good way of keeping track of how active I would naturally be each week, but also of encouraging me to be more active wherever possible. It was a reminder that every little helps - just 15 minutes here and there can make a massive difference.

Joss Harrison

Position Title

I found having the structure of the 15 minute challenge and the accountability of not letting down my team mates, really helped me to prioritise time to move in my day. It made me aware of how easily time can slip by and how you do have to be a bit more structured to ensure you do it. Thanks!

Kathryn

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Up to 3,273 days of improved mental health in the workplace

“When I reached out to yourself and you presented your program, it ticked all the boxes and it was not overly expensive. That's the other key driver, you want something that's not only beneficial but also cost effective.” - Greg Cornish, Health, Safety & Security Manager, Michael Hill

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Before

After

7.5

7.0

6.5

6.0

5.5

5.0

Sleep

Mood

Energy

Health

Fitness

398

Number of active participants in the program

92%

Achieved the WHO global exercise standard

84%

Saw an improvement in overall health

85%

Will likely participate again in the future

85%

Recommend the exercise challenge to a colleague

71%

Intend to make long-term changes

This has completely changed my life! I started signing up for the gym, and bought a whole set of gym stuff too for the home. I don’t want to let the team down and I am the captain so I’m challenging my co-workers to do it with me. I now get up early, eating a healthy diet and I’m actually stronger every day, and my mindset has completely changed. So thank you for making this challenge. It has definitely changed me for the better! Motto: If you can control your mind. You can control your life! Ps: This is me now. Stronger, fitter, healthier and most of all much more happier. Thank you so much!

April A

The 15 Minute Challenge helped me achieve my goal of losing 5kgs over 6 weeks. I also used Light and Easy throughout the journey but was inspired by everyone posting and sharing their journey. I would encourage everyone to get on board when these challenges are made available. So inspiring, so rewarding.

Greg Cornish

Health Safety and Security Manager

This has been my 3rd year with the 15 Min Challenge and I have to tell you, it has made a massive difference. I feel more active, breathe better and most importantly feel more positive with the change in my lifestyle. The 15 Min challenge is a gradual change of excellence to better health, mind and lifestyle!

Krish

This was my 2nd year doing the 15 minute challenge and I'm so glad I did it! By the end of the challenge, I noticed a difference in my mood, fitness level and general wellbeing.

Amanda

This year’s 15 minute challenge has not only created a healthier and more focused me, but it has inspired others around me to participate in daily activity. It created a great sense of team and competition that motivated us to work to achieve the goal. It such a wonderful culture to be a part of like-minded people all competing against nothing but themselves for self-improvement.

Tyson Fletcher

Top reasons why your workplace will love the challenge

Implement an effective tool for minimising psychosocial risk in your workplace

Proactively improve mental health of staff and reduce the risk of major anxiety and depression

Teach your staff simple healthy ways to deal with stress to help them to avoid unhealthy coping behaviours

Ensure you have a preventative stress management tool in place to reduce the likelihood of psychological injuries

Enjoy excellent participation rates with 20-40% of the workforce taking part in the program

Avoid wasting your time and resources, ensure that staff will actually engage and enjoy using the provided tools to improve their health

Ensure that the program is beginner friendly and does not just appeal/reward staff who are already into fitness

Gain comprehensive support from our team to effectively communicate the program to your staff across all locations

Build healthy habits into your culture with 80% of participants on average completing the full 6-week program

Make sure that a long-term habit is established with the majority of participants being active throughout the whole program

7 out of 10 participants report that they build better relationships with their colleagues throughout the challenge

More than 5 out of 10 participants will see an improvement in work productivity throughout the 6-week program from higher levels of energy

Have real positive measurable impact on staff’s mental state, sleep, energy, and overall health

9 out of 10 participants will achieve the World Health Organisation’s recommended levels of exercise (150 minutes per week)

8 out of 10 participants will see an improvement in their overall health after the completion of the program including improvements in mood, sleep and energy

The increase in mood will result in a reduction of days when people report feeling stressed by 43%

Leverage our team and software to get more done in less time

Help leadership easily justify the wellbeing initiative in terms of cost-benefit leveraging our strong economic business case

Help leaders understand the correlation between wellbeing and performance by sharing our evidence-based practices and literature review

Secure more budget (resourcing) easier so programs and impact can be scaled in your organisation

120+ Organisations

35,000+ Participants

1 Million+ Sessions

Up to 4,910 days of improved mental health in the workplace

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Up to 3,273 days of improved mental health in the workplace

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What participants need to do to win the challenge

Find 15 Minutes A Day

Track Their Progress

Win The Challenge

Top reasons why your workplace will love the challenge

Implement an effective tool for minimising psychosocial risk in your workplace

Enjoy excellent participation rates with 20-40% of the workforce taking part in the program

Build healthy habits into your culture with 80% of participants on average completing the full 6-week program

Have real positive measurable impact on staff’s mental state, sleep, energy, and overall health

Leverage our team and software to get more done in less time

An effective tool to scale your impact with minimum admin time

Talk with our team to see if the program may be beneficial for your organisation

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Questions & Answers

1. What makes the 15 Minute Challenge different from other wellness programs?

2. How can I justify investing in this program if we have a small budget?

3. How do you ensure employees will participate and stay engaged?

4. How can this program cater to employees at different fitness levels?

5. What tangible results can I expect from the program?

6. How much time and effort is required to implement the program?

7. How can I convince leadership to support this initiative?

8. How do you ensure the program creates long-term change?

9. Does this program work for remote or hybrid teams?

10. Can this program really scale for a global workforce?

11. How can I measure the program’s success?

12. What kind of support will I receive?

13. What are some success stories from other companies?

14. How can this program be tailored to align with our company culture?

15. What happens after the 6-week challenge?

16. What is the investment for the program?