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Purpose

– Describes two health and well-being programs that are helping employees at London’s Gatwick airport to get fitter and enjoy a healthier lifestyle.

Design/methodology/approach

– Explores the reasons for the programs the form they take and the results they have achieved.

Findings

– Explains how security employees became slimmer and fitter following a 12-week health program, while the ongoing passport to health program is promoting healthier eating and lifestyles among employees.

Practical implications

– Advances the view that improved health and well-being in employees reduces absenteeism and improves productivity, mood and self-esteem in the workforce.

Social implications

– Reports that Gatwick employees feel happier, have better sleep quality, more confidence in what they can achieve and more satisfaction with exercise and leisure activities.

Originality/value

– Highlights how other employees could benefit from similar schemes.

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