The corporate world is characterised by hectic schedules, prolonged sitting, and quick meals during meetings. Prioritising employee health and wellness is a priority. Short, tight deadlines leave little room for personal time, causing employees to overlook their lack of physical activity. As a result, increasing the likelihood of conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and […]
A comprehensive wellness program goes beyond physical health. It aims to enhance the overall well-being of employees. In the competitive and dynamic corporate world, a robust employee wellness program is vital in retaining a happy talent pool. Most employees prefer to continue working with organisations that prioritise their well-being. By investing in wellness initiatives, organisations […]
In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) seems to be taking over, when I heard that iFit, a leader in health and fitness equipment (bikes, treads, rowers, and ellipticals) and content (fitness app), was creating an AI coach I thought, “Oh no, my days as a fitness instructor are numbered!” But can a virtual coach […]
If you regularly work out, you probably already have a good sense of if you prefer short, high-energy sweat sessions or more gentle, long workouts. However, when it comes to improving your cardio, it can be difficult to tell which gives you a better bang for your buck. Two main categories of workouts are high-intensity […]
When drawing up a pyramid-like structure to map the wellness needs of an organisation, physical wellness creates a strong foundation. Research shows that moderate-intensity physical activity is most impactful for generating physical, effective, and cognitive resource gains. It benefits next-day task performance, creativity, and health outcomes. Moreover, studies show that even 20 minutes of physical […]