Corporate Fitness and Wellness Program
Getting a good start...
1. Planning
- Gathering key stakeholders - with representation from all interested and impacted parties including management, employees, departments, facilities, health and safety.
- Define needs and goals - of both employees and the company; identify short term and long term goals and objectives.
- Evaluate demographics - to choose the best fit with programs and services.
2. Policies
- Health and safety - outline policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all program participants including health screening, waivers, signage, insurance and liability.
- Shared commitment - clear statements and definitions of the commitment of all key stakeholders.
- Communication - clear and consistent promotion and communication that accurately reflects the commitment and goals for the program.
- Procedures - specifically defined policies and procedures for all parties involved - facilities, managment, participants and service providers.
3. Promotion
- Communication - marketing and promotion of all programs and services along with policies and procedures to increase clarity and awareness
- Consistency - create an program plan that optimizes and leverages efforts and initiatives to provide an annual overview with a consistent message and theme
- Awareness - promote education and awareness to ultimately increase participation and results!
With a little bit of equipment and time and a lot of creativity, you can develop fitness programs and services to meet any population, facility and budget.
Healthy returns benefit everyone!
For a complete checklist with questions and information on corporate wellness initiatives, contact: Inspired Energy Corporate Wellness Solutions
