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Indoor Movement Routes with WellWorks

Regardless of the weather or how busy you are, regular movement breaks throughout the day are essential in supporting your well-being. 

Below, you'll find a few of your favorite buildings with recommended indoor walking routes within them. Additionally, at the bottom of this page, you can learn how to host traveling meetings so you can get the most out of an hour with your colleagues. 

The files and images below were created by WellWorks student intern, Courtney Den Braber as a way to support your movement while working and learning on our Athens campus. If you have additional building routes that you'd like to suggest, please email wellworks@ohio.edu.

Exterior visual of fourth floor Baker Center in the snow

Baker University Center: 

Log one mile inside this building by using the Indoor Movement Map provided. Each floor in this building has a slightly different layout. 

Download the Baker University Center Indoor Movement Map (PDF)

Baker University Center Movement Map

 

Exterior shot of Grover Center

Grover Center: 

Log one mile inside this building by using the Indoor movement Map provided. Bonus: This building features the Atrium Cafe, so is a great option for walking meetings as you can walk and talk and then refuel during the recap portion of the meeting.

Download the Grover Center Indoor Movement Map (PDF)

Grover Center Indoor Movement Map
Exterior Convocation Center

Convocation Center: 

Log one mile inside this circular building by walking the exterior hallway 5.5 times. This is the simplest interior walking path of all the buildings featured on this website. 

Download the Convocation Center Indoor Movement Map (PDF).

Convocation Center Indoor Movement Map
Exterior photo of McCracken Hall

Patton Hall: 

Log one mile inside this building by using the Indoor Movement Map provided. 

Download the Patton Hall Indoor Movement Map (PDF).

McCracken Hall Indoor Movement Map

 

Exterior of Chubb Hall

Chubb Hall: 

Log one mile inside this building by using the Indoor Movement Map provided. This building is an excellent option for those looking for a good stair workout as the walking route does require the frequent use of stairs. There is, however, an elevator option in this building.

Download the Chubb Hall Walking Map (PDF).

Chubb Hall Indoor Movement Map

 

Morton Hall Exterior

Morton Hall: 

Log one mile inside this building by using the Indoor Movement Map provided. 

Download the Morton Hall Indoor Movement Map (PDF).

Morton Hall Indoor Movement Map
 

Hosting Movement Meetings

Interested in hosting movement meetings with your team? WellWorks can support your efforts! When done properly, walking/wheeling meetings can actually enhance productivity, allow for more honest conversation and build a strong rapport between employee and supervisor. In addition to navigating around buildings or outdoors on campus, you can add additional movements such as stretches, deep breathing or light activity to fit your team's needs. The tips below are intended to offer OHIO employees with the skills and tools needed to facilitate an effective movement meeting. 

Whether you use our indoor movement maps or find alternative indoor/outdoor routes, hosting a moving meeting (walking, wheeling, etc.) can help increase productivity, build rapport among your staff and infuse a little more creativity into the workplace. Check out our tips for hosting a successful moving meeting. 

People walking and talking on campus

Why Host Movement Meetings? 

Movement during meetings, brainstorming sessions or difficult conversations has been known to: 

  • Increase productivity and creativity.  
  • Reduce stress in the workplace.
  • Improve focus while raising energy levels of staff.
  • Support physical activity. 
  • Inspire new ideas. 
  • Promote relationship-building among staff. 
  • Increase mental and physical wellbeing.

Movement Meetings are an excellent option for smaller groups dealing with a challenging project or interpersonal issue. Lack of direct eye contact and the presence of physical activity can improve the confidence of participants and increase willingness to participate. Don't worry, though, this is also a productive option for a regular meeting of colleagues who are just sick of the conference room-style of meeting!