BenefitsPRO: Get Physical to Fight Employee Burnout
Wellbeats instructor Becky Cutraro recently authored an article published in BenefitsPRO on how employers can help their workforce make important progress in boosting and maintaining good mental health—and ultimately reduce burnout and improve employee satisfaction and retention—through physical fitness. Read “Get physical to fight employee burnout” now.
The connection between mental and physical wellbeing is complex, but undeniable. Feeling better physically can boost mental wellbeing while good mental health makes it easier to maintain physical fitness.
The BenefitsPRO article outlines five tips for employers to help employees successfully manage mental health and reduce feelings of burnout through physical activity:
- Help employees define boundaries and timing for self-care, exercise, and nutrition.
- Cover all elements of physical fitness.
- Celebrate wellbeing wins.
- Unite employees in a common goal.
- Encourage employees to make stretching a part of their day.
Employers who wish to reduce burnout in their workforce need a multifaceted approach. An important first step, though, includes supporting employees’ physical fitness.
About Wellbeats, a LifeSpeak company
Wellbeats, a product of LifeSpeak Inc., is the premier solution for on-demand, virtual wellness content and programming for use in corporate wellbeing initiatives. With more than 1,200 fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes led by certified, relatable instructors and 60+ goal-based programs available anytime and anywhere, Wellbeats’ best-in-class content equips employers to support employees with wellness resources that fit their unique needs, lifestyle, and schedule. With the belief that wellbeing isn’t just for some—it’s for all—Wellbeats gives people of every age, interest, body type, and ability level the same opportunity to live a healthier life. For more information, visit www.wellbeats.com or check out a sampling of the company’s fitness classes during a Facebook Live class, and follow Wellbeats on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.