The 5 Benefits of Corporate Wellness
Wellness • October 8, 2021
Corporate wellness programs are on the rise now more than ever. What was once seen as a fun perk is becoming a priority for employees. These are the 5 major benefits of investing in employee wellness:
- Corporate wellness programs can save you money
Fitness programs reap benefits for both employees AND employers. A study from the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine found that participating in health promotion programs can help improve productivity levels among employees and save money for their employers. Healthy employees require fewer healthcare costs (employees from above study saved an average of $353 per person per year) and required fewer sick days.
- Workforce wellbeing is linked to better performance
Exercise releases endorphins leading to increased happiness, productivity, and motivation along with reduced stress levels.
- Team Work = Dream Work
Coworkers who sweat together, stay together. With a shift in work culture and the rise of work from home, corporate wellness allows teams to come together either in person or virtually. Fitness programs in particular can create friendly competition between employees creating a sense of workplace camaraderie.
- Cultivate Company Culture
Corporate wellness programs show employees they are valued and create a better work-life balance. Incorporating corporate fitness programs offer a fun and healthy break for teams to come together and do something for themselves.
- Better Recruitment and Retention
A positive workplace culture results in employee loyalty and longevity. With these types of programs becoming a priority for many, it can be seen as an added bonus when hiring and retaining team members.