Most people spend a large part of their lives at work, so health and wellness have to be a priority in the workplace as well as at home. For employers, regardless of the size of the company, its products, services or mission, encouraging a healthy lifestyle in the workplace promotes healthier employees which in return can improve productivity and reduce health care cost. Individually, while there is no “one size fits all” solution to permanent healthy weight loss, keeping our weight in check is vital to our overall health and wellness. At the same time, losing weight means more than seeing numbers on a scale reduce. Take a look at what you have to gain from losing:
Reduce Risk of Disease and Illness
People who lose weight and maintain a healthy weight may reduce their risk of developing many serious medical conditions, including:
· Diabetes
· Cardiovascular disease
· Certain types of cancer
· High blood pressure
· Stroke
· Arthritis
· High cholesterol
· Respiratory problems
· Gallbladder disease
Have More Energy
People who are at their ideal weight have more energy and can be more productive.
Increased Self-Esteem
It’s a fact that when the scale goes down the self-esteem goes up.
Increase in Confidence
Confidence is what enables people to meet their goals and reach their potential. When you look good on the outside, chances are you feel better on the inside too
Easier Life
Doing the simple things in life is much easier when you are at your ideal weight. Things such as playing with your kids, bringing in the groceries, climbing the stairs, and getting in and out of your car become easy when you lose weight. Try doing your normal routine for a day with a backpack full of fifty pounds of rocks and see how you feel.
Save Money
When you lose weight you decrease the odds of needing medical care. It’s also true that people who are at their ideal weight eat less, which will mean the grocery and dining out bill will go down, too.
Better Sleep
Overweight individuals suffer from sleep related disorders such as sleep apnea and insomnia at over twice the rate of people who are at their ideal weight. Losing weight means you are going to get a lot better night’s sleep. Instead of waking up feeling like you got run over by a freight train, you will feel relaxed, recharged, and ready to conquer the day ahead.
Deb's Biggest Loser Fireball Jug Update
The IssueTrak Team pulled out 18 fireballs this week! Woo Hoo!!!!!! Keep up the good work and DON’T GIVE UP!!!! Summer is just around the corner and you know what that means!
Loading
