Fit at Work Importance of Wellness in Corporate life
 
 
Neck ache, backache, acidity, obesity, lethargy, high blood pressure, cholesterol… and the list of complains goes on. Working professionals these days are falling easy prey to illnesses and health problems owing to the increasing demands at workplace and neck-to-neck competition. High stress levels and late hours at work are the main culprits behind corporate health problems.
 
     
  Manifestation of hectic and unhealthy corporate lifestyle:  
 
Low stamina and low energy levels
Varied health problems and obesity due to sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy and irregular eating habits
Unhealthy habits lead to low resistance power. Greater risk of illness
High stress levels leading to irritation and agitation.
Cultivating the habit of smoking as a stress relieving activity, which ultimately leads to a long-term addiction.
Lack of patience and stressed work atmosphere
Low productivity
lack of time for social life, networking and entertainment
 
While at work
Munch on healthy foods while at work
Perform simple neck rotations to relieve tension.
Simple hand exercises should be done at regular levels
Avoid sitting in front of computers for more than 2 hours at a stretch.
 
 
An unhealthy body / lifestyle can take its toll on the functioning of the mind as well. Constant lack of energy and illness reduces productivity. This is the primary reason behind corporate houses now offering fitness programs as a part of employee benefits. The mantra of “healthy employees – healthy workplaces” is catching up as companies realize the implications of a stressful lifestyle on productivity and performance. Investing in exercise is not a dead investment after all!
 
     
  Benefits of such fitness programs:  
 
It refreshes and re-energizes a person
Increase in stamina and resistance levels. Lower risk to diseases
Reduction in stress levels
Help to take mind off the daily grind
Chanelizes pent up energies for productive purposes.
Aids in staying away / giving up addictions
Regular exercise and correct diet ensures a healthy lifestyle.
 
     
 

Improvement in ones lifestyle is undoubtedly reflected in his/her work. Exercising is not only a way to keep oneself fit but also to a recreational activity which helps one feel younger and more confident. Health centres also work as ideal stress relieving grounds due to the friendly atmosphere and cheerful and high energy environment. Employees working out in groups support and encourage each other thus creating better teams. This in turn is also reflected at the workplace.

Working out in groups makes exercising a more enjoyable experience. Fitness forms like cardio, Kick-boxing and aerobics not only generate a lot of energy but also are fun form of exercising in groups. The positive development brought about by such work-outs is that it brings about greater self esteem through the results and accomplishment achieved. Health centres can double up as good networking and socializing grounds. They provide a better opportunity to bond with work colleagues on non-official basis.

Quality of life is what we all want. Good health helps us achieve a high quality of life. Fitness makes us want to live it every day.

To know more on Talwalkars corporate training solutions, write to us at corporate@talwalkars.net

 
     
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