One of the most frequently asked questions is the tangible benefits of wellness programs. There are ongoing debates about whether they are just a passing trend. Some data is available that states that such programs genuinely contribute to both business profit and employee health, but it is not substantial enough. As the interest and investment […]
Reignite Your Fitness Goals & Partner Up to Keep Your Workouts Fun Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PES As we hit the midway point of the year, it’s the perfect time to check in with those fitness goals we set back in January. Remember those? They were full of enthusiasm and promise, and now it’s time […]
Most employees, confined to desks for most of a typical workday, are at a high risk of falling into a sedentary lifestyle. Most people working 9 to 5 office jobs move actively only during their commute. Even while working from home, there’s a risk of being inactive, especially with the convenience of scheduling virtual meetings, […]
Workplace wellness programs are gaining popularity as businesses deal with an ageing workforce, high obesity rates, physical inactivity, and unhealthy diets. Worldwide, there is a prevalence in the rise in chronic disease risks like diabetes, hypertension, and cancer. Employers value having healthy employees who are fully engaged, content, energetic, and dedicated to their roles. While […]
If you’ve ever been on the internet, you have probably seen videos of group fitness classes full of bedraggled, sweating, exhausted people being put through their paces by a smiling gym instructor. The caption on the video may be something about how this is the best way to lose those unwanted pounds. Or maybe you’ve […]