07/02/2025

What Research Says about the Benefits of Walking at Work

Walking can spark ideas, ease stress and improve connections

I've long advocated for wonder walk breaks between virtual meetings. But what about combining walking with a work meeting? I'm not the first or only one to wonder about this.

Granted, in a world of back-to-back virtual calls, the idea of stepping outside for work may feel radical. Stepping outside with a coworker, a direct report or your boss might feel out of the question.

But we could be overlooking a simple and effective way to support workplace creativity, connection and well-being. As the German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche once put it, "It is only ideas gained from walking that have any worth."

Please select this link to read the complete article from Psychology Today.