Benchmark your company with a personalised wellness scorecard – here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n Before delving into the specifics of corporate employee wellbeing programs, let’s first understand the current workplace landscape. The pandemic ushered in remote work and hybrid models, granting employees newfound flexibility and work-life balance. Employees got accustomed to more control over their schedules, reduced commutes, and the comfort of their home office.<\/p>\n However, as organisations encourage (or in some cases force) employees to return to the office, it’s essential to navigate this transition with sensitivity to the physical and emotional wellbeing of the workforce.<\/p>\n Here’s what it means for your corporate employee wellbeing<\/a> program:<\/p>\n The return to the office can trigger anxiety and stress for employees who grew accustomed to remote work. Your wellbeing program should place a significant focus on mental health support<\/a>, providing resources for managing workplace anxiety and adjustment.<\/p>\n With hybrid work models on the rise, corporate wellbeing programs should be flexible too. Employees might be in the office part-time and remote part-time, so consider offering a wellness provision that can support employees<\/a> wherever they may be and accommodates their changing needs. Consider Hussle as an option.<\/a><\/p>\n In-office work might reduce the sedentary nature of remote work, but it’s still essential to promote physical health. Consider office-based fitness initiatives and ergonomic assessments to ensure employees are comfortable and active at their desks.<\/p>\n As employees return to the office, consider offering healthy food options in the workplace and fostering a culture<\/a> of wellbeing, encouraging employees to prioritise their health.<\/p>\n The office environment can help foster social connections, but it might also create stress for those re-adapting to in-person interactions. Corporate employee wellbeing programs can include social events, team-building activities, and mental health<\/a> support for navigating these changes.<\/p>\n Employees might be hesitant about returning to the office due to concerns about maintaining a work-life balance. Wellbeing programs should continue to emphasise the importance of this balance and provide tools to achieve it.<\/p>\n Regularly assess the needs and preferences of your workforce through surveys and feedback to adapt the corporate wellbeing program accordingly. You can benchmark your company using the Hussle wellness scorecard here<\/a>.<\/p>\n It’s important to acknowledge that not all employees will be eager to return to the office, and some might resist the change for very good reasons. This is where a well-designed corporate wellbeing program can play a crucial role. As HR Director, consider the following strategies:<\/p>\n Clearly communicate the reasons for returning to the office, whatever they may be at your organisation. Employees will see through and likely resist arbitrary mandates but may be more inclined to be supportive if the reasons are clearly explained and the intended benefits are well articulated.<\/p>\n Offer flexible work arrangements when possible, such as hybrid work models or flexible hours, to help employees ease into the transition whilst respecting their personal circumstances.<\/p>\n Encourage the formation of support networks among employees who are returning to the office, allowing them to share experiences and advice.<\/p>\n Offer workshops or training sessions on stress management<\/a>, communication skills, and conflict resolution to help employees re-adapt to the office environment.<\/p>\n Ensure that your wellbeing program resources are readily accessible for both in-office and any remaining remote employees.<\/p>\n Establish a feedback system where employees can express their concerns, needs, and suggestions for improving the return-to-office process and corporate wellbeing programs.<\/p>\n As the HR Director, you also have a responsibility to lead by example and you should ensure that the rest of the leadership team understand their role in demonstrating their personal \u2018return to office\u2019 journey.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n As part of this process, you should promote the corporate wellbeing program and actively participate in its offerings, whether it’s wellness challenges, mental health webinars, or fitness activities. Demonstrating your commitment to employee wellbeing can inspire confidence in the initiatives you’re implementing around \u2018return to the office\u2019.<\/p>\n The post-COVID return to the office presents an opportunity for organisations to re-evaluate and adapt their corporate wellbeing programs. It’s a time to listen to employees’ concerns, provide support, and ensure that the transition is as smooth and stress-free as possible.<\/p>\n The days of \u2018box ticking\u2019 a list of standard benefits is long gone. Your corporate wellbeing progam needs to continue to adapt accordingly.<\/p>\n As a HR Director, you can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of work, one that prioritises the wellbeing of your employees. By offering flexible, comprehensive, and adaptive corporate wellbeing programs, you can create a workplace that is both productive and caring, enabling employees to thrive in this new era of work.<\/p>\n Find out <\/span>how Hussle can support you in giving the best corporate gym membership<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0in a package that will foster a healthier, more positive workplace culture across your organisation.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”30px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.hussle.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Elevate-Employee-Wellness.png” alt=”Elevate employee wellness with corporate gym membership” title_text=”Elevate Employee Wellness” url=”https:\/\/www.hussle.com\/employers” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped the way many of us work, prompting organisations around the world to embrace remote work and hybrid working models. Whilst those affected continue to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of these changes (and those that aren\u2019t in roles that can be done remotely roll their eyes at the whole \u2018debate\u2019) the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":8746,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n When you're looking to increase fitness<\/b><\/a>, stamina, or perhaps lose a bit of weight, we've all been told the top tip of taking the stairs rather than the lift. Increasing your heart rate and working the muscle in your legs, workouts with a step have been popular since the 1980s. Since the days of step classes and neon Lycra.<\/p>\r\n\r\n But the step machine in the gym can get overlooked. It gets branded as boring. Truth is, the stair climber can deliver an efficient and well rounded workout, whether used as part of a wider gym routine or on its own for a whole workout<\/a> session.<\/p>\r\n\r\n So let's delve into the stair climber benefits. You might soon find yourself swapping that treadmill workout for a stair climber workout. Or combining the two.<\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n The stair climber does what it says on the tin and simulates walking up stairs. Unlike some of the other scary looking gym equipment<\/a>, it's very easy to use. It rotates steps to simulate climbing a flight of stairs and you can vary the resistance and speed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n There are two types of gym stepper machines, the pedal type steppers and the step mill.<\/p>\r\n\r\n The pedal steppers require you to push down on pedals and keep your body mostly still as you do so meaning it gets your core more involved. Whack up the resistance or take smaller or larger steps as you prefer, to vary the difficulty level.<\/p>\r\n\r\n The step mill is more like a traditional flight of stairs, that moves like an escalator. Up the speed or take the steps two at a time for a more challenging workout variation.<\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n StairMaster is actually a brand. Hence the use of capital letters. Call it a step machine, stepper, stair stepper, StairMaster, stepmill, Power Climb mill, stairclimber or stepping machine \u2013 they are all the same thing.<\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n The golden rule is: don\u2019t slouch. Step machine benefits are maximised when you hold the handrail as little as possible and keep your core strong. Keep your feet flat and avoid coming up onto your tiptoes. Don\u2019t let your knees stick forward of your toes. If your knee comes forward too much it stresses your knee joint and quadriceps tendon.<\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n Stair climber benefits are huge. A step machine workout is a good bit of cardiovascular exercise, burning calories as it increases your heart rate and gets your blood pumping. If weight loss<\/b><\/a> is your goal, you can help create that calorie deficit here. It's also low impact compared with other cardio machine workouts, like the treadmill. A plus for those with joint issues.<\/p>\r\n\r\n But it can also double as strength training<\/b><\/a>. The repetitive motion of using your legs to push yourself up is a great way to test that endurance and activate the muscles in your lower body<\/a>. Stair climber workouts are great if you're looking to tone your lower body.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Additionally, this exercise gives your core muscles a decent workout too. Having to readjust your balance as you climb helps you to develop a stronger core<\/b><\/a>. Make sure you keep an eye on your posture to make this efficient and ease lower back pain. <\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n It definitely lets you be more efficient with your stair climbing workout. <\/p>\r\n\r\n Real stairs don't provide you with differing levels of resistance like the stepper in the gym. The harder your step, the harder your muscles are working, and the more likely you are to start to tone your lower body.<\/p>\r\n\r\n An interesting point is that if you\u2019re climbing real stairs, you're going to be coming down them again. Going downstairs can place a strain on your joints, especially the knees. Anyone who's experienced knee problems like runner's knee will know the pain of walking down stairs. As you are always on the upward climb on the stair stepper, there is no strain on your joints.<\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n If you're new to it, start with 15 minutes. That way you can test out your resistance and speed. Gradually build up so you can stay on the stair climber for 30 minutes. For the average person, a 30 minute stair climber session can burn around 200-300 calories.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Aim for a speed of about 60-80 steps a minute. But it's also great to mix it up. Try periods of faster speed or increased resistance followed by rest. That way you can build up both your stamina, endurance, and give every muscle in your lower body a good workout.<\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n The benefits of gym treadmills are that you run less risk of injury than pounding the pavements. Gym treadmills are easier on your joints than a hard concrete pavement and there\u2019s no injury-causing uneven ground to worry about. As a general rule, running is an extremely efficient cardio and therefore calorie burning activity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Gym stair steppers share the same benefits of the reduced impact, but aren't as calorie busting as running. However, it can be seen as a form of strength training too, which running can't really. Stair climbers can work every muscle in your legs if you're using them correctly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n And if you're the clumsy type, it\u2019s hard to fall off a stair stepper. So if you like to zone out and watch TV in the gym while you exercise, this one is for you.<\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n The burn belly fat question is one that comes up every time.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Whilst you can\u2019t spot reduce and target fat loss to particular areas of your body, you can burn belly fat by reducing the overall amount of calories that you take on board and burning fat with aerobic exercise. Therefore the stair stepper will burn belly fat as part of a calorie burning workout, as it is a good aerobic exercise.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Stair climber workouts also works your stomach muscles and strengthens your core, engaging those muscles underneath the belly fat and helping to keep your tummy toned.<\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n There are plenty of gyms with StairMasters. <\/p>\r\n\r\n Most gyms will have a StairMaster or similar machine. If you\u2019re not sure if your favourite gym has a stair climber, ask one of the gym instructors. Just as you would expect to find a treadmill in most gyms, you can expect to find a stepping machine too, especially in the larger gyms.<\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n The beauty of the stair climber is there are actually lots of variations you can do on the machine in addition to just walking up stairs.<\/p> \r\n\r\n Incorporating additional movements such as a lunge, a squat, an overhead press, or even adding a resistance band is a great way to making your workout<\/a> even more efficient at working the muscles in your body.<\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nhttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZfjoRT8Zl48\r\n\u00a0\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nThe Post-COVID Workplace Landscape<\/h2>\n
Mental Health Support<\/h3>\n
Flexibility<\/h3>\n
Physical Health<\/h3>\n
Nutrition and Wellbeing<\/h3>\n
Social Connection<\/h3>\n
Work-Life Balance<\/h3>\n
Evolving Needs<\/h3>\n
Navigating Employee Resistance<\/h2>\n
Transparent Communication<\/h3>\n
Flexibility<\/h3>\n
Support Networks<\/h3>\n
Wellbeing Workshops<\/h3>\n
Accessibility<\/h3>\n
Feedback Mechanisms<\/h3>\n
The Role of Leadership<\/h2>\n
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What is the stair climber?<\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n
What is the difference between a StairMaster and a stepmill?<\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n
How do you use the stair climber?<\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n
What does the stair climber do for your body?<\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n
Is the stair climber in the gym better than real stairs?<\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n
How long should you stay on the stair climber?<\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n
Which is better, the treadmill or stair climber?<\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n
Does the stair climber burn belly fat?<\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n
Where can I use a Stair Master?<\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n
Stair climber workouts<\/h4>\r\n\u00a0\r\n
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