Health & Wellness Can Improve Your Business

Robin Lewis, OwnerFleet Feet Sports Roanokewww.fleetfeetroanoke.comrobin@fleetfeetroanoke.com

MAKE THE CONNECTION:

Health, Fitness and Work Productivity Go Hand-in-Hand

WHY?

higher work quality and better job performance

fewer sick days

Cut Costs and Yield Big Benefits:

• 32% decrease in short-term sick leave• 30% decrease in absenteeism• 30% decrease in workers compensation and disability claims• $6 savings for every $1 wellness investment• Increased Morale• Work Performance improves – more productivity• Retention in employees improves• Attract new employees

Need More Reasons?

Epidemic called the "Sitting Disease."

Sitting is the New Smoking

Simple Remedies to help them:

• Stand • Stretch•Walk •Drink • Stairs

Win-Win for both the employer and the employee.

NO MORE (DIE…Ts)

Daily Life Changes

YOUR company can play an active role in improving the lives of your employees and your business.

HOW?

1. Tailor your Wellness Program

•Overweight?•High blood pressure?•Chronic conditions?•Or generally healthy?

2. What are your goals?

•Decrease absenteeism?•Decrease worker’s compensation & disability claims?• Increase productivity?• Increase morale?

3. Be specific with your goals:

• Track health scores• Track morale and productivity•Be realistic.•Be patient.

4. Communicate It!

•Brand it!• Easy to understand•Accessible

5. Support them!

• Support from the top down•Provide resources•Reinforce positive behavior changes •Website page/bulletin board to share success stories

6. Budget for Success – It doesn’t have to cost a lot:

•Healthier food - cafeteria and vending machines• Incentives/prizes for successes• Subsidize gym memberships• Large refillable water bottles

7. Make it Fun & Easy!

•Departmental challenges• Easy on-site exercise choices•Bring in instructors for exercise classes

BUT….

NO EXCUSES!

NO TIME?

NOT INTERESTED?

YOU HAVE NO CHOICE IN TODAY’S WORLD…

Concerned about the success of your company? Your team members?

Immediate Benefits:

•Message to your employees…YOU value THEIR health and well-being

•Unique and effective public relations tool

101 Low-cost Ideas for Worksite Wellness

Thank YOU!

Robin Lewis, OwnerFleet Feet Sports Roanokewww.fleetfeetroanoke.comrobin@fleetfeetroanoke.com