Hey there, fitness enthusiasts and competitive spirits alike! If you're anything like me, you thrive on the thrill of a good challenge and the rush of staying active. So, when Jessica, my awesome Kolleague, suggested I share my adventures in staying fit at Kog, I couldn't resist diving in headfirst. After all, who doesn't love a bit of friendly competition, right?

Let me paint you a picture: Kognitiv, Workday support experts, isn't just about crushing it in the (virtual) boardroom. Nope, we've got a whole other arena where we flex our muscles—literally! Enter the Kogfitness Slack channel, our virtual playground for sharing victories, swapping wellness wisdom, and cheering each other on. Trust me, folks, it's like having your own personal pep squad at your fingertips and it’s truly amazing to see my Kolleagues achieve great things outside of work.

Now, let's talk about the elephant in the (virtual) room: remote work. Don't get me wrong, working from the comfort of your own space is fantastic, but it's easy to fall into the trap of being glued to your desk chair. I've been there, done that—back-to-back meetings, deadlines looming overhead—it's a recipe for a sedentary disaster!

But fear not, I have a few tips and tricks for what has helped me stay active, all with the help of my fellow kogmates. Picture this: virtual workout buddies. Yep, you heard me right. One of my Kolleagues and I have formed a dynamic duo, holding each other accountable and kicking each other's butts into gear. It's amazing how a simple message of "I crushed my workout today!" can light a fire under your own workout plans.

And let's not forget about the powerhouse that is the kogfitness channel. It's like a virtual gym, buzzing with energy and positivity. From sharing workout tips to virtual high-fives, this channel is where the magic happens. Because let's face it, folks, we're stronger together.

Finally, at the start of the new year, Kognitiv introduced us to a new platform called MoveSpring. In case you haven’t had the time to Google it by now, MoveSpring is a workplace well-being platform (app) used to create engaging activity & wellness challenges, track engagement, and motivate your people to form healthy habits. With Kognitiv’s employees’ health and well-being being amongst our company’s top priorities, this was a perfect way to get employees around the globe engaged and working towards a healthier lifestyle, together. Since we started using MoveSpring, we have completed two challenges and continue to increase our daily steps, thanks to the app.

And did I mention the healthy dose of friendly competition? Game on!