Social media has been one of the largest cultural influences around the world in the past decade. Look at these shocking statistics. 81% of millenials check Twitter every day. 22% of the entire world’s population has a Facebook. Over half of the world’s adults with access to internet, have more than one social media platform. Read more…
Our social surroundings strongly influence our exercise habits. From instafamous trainers to My Fitness Pal, most people already know that our environment has an effect on our fitness routines. That’s why so many of us look for a workout buddy. It makes it a lot easier to maintain a daily sweat. However, recent research suggests Read more…
In a recent survey, it was discovered that 53% of employees did not engage in their corporate wellness program. Participants cited reasons such as inconvenience, an unsupportive company culture, and a lack of awareness. Under-utilized company benefits can be a drain on company resources so creating a wellness program that your employees will love is Read more…
Over the summer, Madalyn, a software developer at Olark sent out an email to her company, letting everyone know that she would be taking a few days off to focus on her mental health. CEO, Ben Congleton responded, “Hey Madalyn, I just wanted to personally thank you for sending emails like this. Every time you Read more…
Biometric screenings and health assessments are common additions to many corporate wellness programs. In a Kaiser Family Foundation Survey, over half the wellness programs in large corporations either offered or required these assessments. Many companies that offer screenings offer financial incentives such as cash or reduced health care premiums. At first biometric screenings can seem Read more…
