WV Work It Out at the Workplace Program (WIOW)

New research demonstrates that people who regularly engage in physical activity receive a number of benefits including:

- They are better able to achieve and maintain a healthy weight
- They have improved immune systems
- They are less prone to accidents
- They sleep better
- They have increased concentration when performing mental tasks
- They recover more quickly from injuries and infections
- They are better able to deal with stress

For all of these reasons, PEIA’s Work it Out Pilot Program has now changed from pilot status to an approved worksite grant option.

What Can Worksites Get Through Work it Out at Work?

Option 1

  • 30 Minute Fitness Assessment at Worksite
  • Exercise physiologist will prepare a personalized exercise program for each participant and a copy of Yourself Fitness (computerized personal training) or other tools will be provided as appropriate for the participant’s specific fitness level.

A personal trainer will assist the individual with the implementation of their fitness plan if the worksite has a fitness facility. Assessments provided on first come, first serve basis.

Option 2
  • 15 Minute Fitness Assessment at Worksite
  • Exercise class with a credentialed instructor will then be made available after the initial fitness assessments have been completed.
  • Classes will meet once weekly for 8 weeks at the worksite.
  • Limit of 15 people per worksite

How do we apply for Work it Out at Work?

Fill out a grant application indicating that you want to bring Work It Out at Work to your site. Please indicate whether your worksite has an onsite fitness center.

A paper copy of the grant application may be obtained through your health promotion consultant or by downloading a printable version of the application form. You can also submit the WV Work It Out grant application by using the online grant application.

Submit paper grant program applications to: Attention: Grant Program Application, PEIA Pathways to Wellness, Debbie Turner, HC 72, Box 1B, Franklin, WV 26807