No Elevators Day campaign results in 2024: #BeActive Lifestyle Takes the Spotlight

06/01/2024 Maria Malyshkina, ISCA

For the second year, we highlight No Elevators Day in our blog dedicated to the European Week of Sport and the #BeActive campaign. This campaign encourages people to #BeActive in their daily lives by taking the stairs instead of elevators whenever possible. This initiative remains popular in many countries around the world, activating different generations and social groups. Keep reading this article to find our more about the results of the campaign in 2024! Bonus tip: scroll all the way down to watch the video from the celebration of the No Elevators Day by the ISCA team in Copenhagen.

With participants from 39 countries, the 2024 campaign was all about promoting physical activity and environmental sustainability, with a special focus on workplaces and community involvement. 473 events attracted nearly 68,000 participants from companies, educational and fitness institutions, or just individuals who celebrated the 10th No Elevators Day with fun events and activities.  

Photos by Ivana Krezić from No Elevators Day in Bosnia and Herzegovina

 

No Elevators Day 2024 saw widespread enthusiasm, particularly on social media, where users shared creative short videos of their stair-related activities. It was inspiring to see global communities unite for this cause, promoting health and community bonds.

This year also marked the initiative's debut in the Republic of Moldova, with Premier Energy Moldova employees opting for stairs over elevators, adding physical activity to their routines. Overall, workplaces were notably engaged in the celebration of this edition of No Elevators Day, with many companies hosting stair-climbing challenges and other friendly competitions that boosted energy and motivation at work.

Our team in Copenhagen ditched the elevators and embraced the #BeActive Spirit by conquering CopenHill - and ensuring short active breaks throughout the busy day, too! Watch the video from the day:

Small steps can make a big difference! Let’s continue to #BeActive and keep the momentum going, one step at a time.

For more highlights and photos from No Elevators Day 2024, visit the Facebook page of the NowWeMove campaign and follow on Instagram.