Broadcasting LIVE from the London Stock Exchange Studios, we sit down with Fay Simpkins, Head of Occupational Health and Wellbeing at National Highways, to explore why physical health deserves as much airtime as mental health in the workplace.
From reducing absenteeism to building organisational resilience, Fay shares the strategies, challenges, and real-world results of making physical wellbeing part of everyday culture – for every employee, regardless of role or confidence level.
What to Expect:
- Why Physical Health Matters – The link between physical wellbeing, performance, and organisational resilience.
- From Stigma to Awareness – How to open up conversations about physical health issues in the workplace.
- Beyond the Gym Crowd – Designing inclusive initiatives that reach everyone, not just the sporty.
- Supporting All Workstyles – Tailoring physical health programmes for both frontline and desk-based teams.
- Leadership in Action – Encouraging leaders and managers to lead by example and champion healthy habits.
- Practical Starting Points – Fay’s one essential piece of advice for organisations beginning their journey.