It seems many employers are jumping on the bandwagon that says good employee health means good employee performance.

And it makes perfect sense.

Employees that are fit and healthy have a greater impact on a company’s profit margin as they have a higher moral and increased productivity. They take fewer sick days, maximizing their performance and lower companies health care costs.

Considering that 75% of illnesses are caused through lifestyle related choices, it’s a better option to care for employees every step of the way rather than waiting for employees to become sick.

In the Western world the health care system is backwards, it’s reactive rather than proactive.

Unfortunately not enough time and money is spent on keeping people fit, healthy and out of the doctor’s office.

We wait for people to get sick, give them a few pills to mask their symptoms, then get them out of the doctor’s office a.s.a.p.

So what can a company or business owner do to assist staff with their health?

A small business owner can arrange for a fitness expert, nutritionist and other healthcare professionals to come into their business to conduct a “lunch and learn”.

Employees benefit from such seminars through learning how to bring daily physical activity into the workplace and how to fit short effective workouts into a lunch break, which is crucial for a sedentary workforce.

Companies can also run “Biggest Loser Contests” with prizes for the winner such as gift vouchers or cash and offer employees incentives for giving up smoking as well as discounts on health insurance.

Expert nutritionists help employees to create a well balanced and healthy eating plan which guarantees increased energy levels and productivity through out the day. The essential nutrients are vital to every body’s well being and prevent a number of illnesses.

Both a well balanced diet and an effective exercise program are crucial for a society that is becoming increasingly obese.

Not only will a strategic health care plan positively affect your businesses bottom line, it will send a message to your employees that you care and take their health care issues seriously.

If you have any questions regarding our corporate fitness programs please feel free to contact me at enquiry@personaltrainersydney.com

Train Hard!

Dan Clay
Personal Trainer Sydney
Dangerously Fit Personal Training