As summer approaches employers are presented with a prime opportunity to prioritize and help kickstart the well-being of their workforce. Healthy employees are not only happier and more productive but also contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Are gym anxieties holding you back from pursuing your fitness goals? Whether you’re a fitness veteran trying out an unfamiliar facility or a newbie venturing into a gym for the very first time, those initial jitters can be quite common. But don't let them stand in your way.

Everyone knows that getting in shape, reducing stress, or quitting unhealthy habits can help you feel better and live longer. So why don’t we just do it? If you’ve ever tried to make a change, you know it’s not that simple.

Joining a gym can be a great way to kickstart your fitness routine. To maximize the value of your gym membership, it helps to have an efficient workout routine. Whether you can’t find the time, don’t know how to use the machines, or are simply feeling intimidated, there are ways to make your experience at the gym more enjoyable.

In the flurry of day-to-day demands, it can be easy to let personal health fall to the back burner. But prioritizing healthy habits is key to feeling well and staying well.

This spring, encourage employees to make a fresh start in their health and wellness routines. By staying engaged in their well-being, staff can feel ready to contribute their best at work and home.

Was your New Year’s resolution to work out more? Are you now feeling a little intimidated by it? There’s no reason to be! Follow these steps from GlobalFit and you’ll keep up with your New Year’s goals all year long.

The start of a new year brings a fresh opportunity to target healthy habits. Not sure where to start? Emma Lugten, medical communications manager at Withings, recommends focusing on a few easy-to-implement strategies that sync well with your day-to-day life:

The start of a new year brings new opportunities for you to reinvent yourself. Sometimes the pressure to do it all at once can interfere with your efforts to actually achieve the fitness goals you outlined. With limited access to in-person gyms and studios on top of that, you might feel even more lost.

Signing up for a gym membership can be pretty exciting, but will you be able to keep a consistent workout schedule as dinners and happy hours come up? A simple solution to staying invested is finding a gym that’s a perfect match for you. Tivity Health™ outlines four questions to ask yourself before signing on the dotted line.

You’ve finally made it on that long awaited vacation and nothing could be better, but what happens when you come home and realize you’ve lost money and gained weight? While vacationing is all about taking it easy and experiencing new things, that doesn’t mean you have to break the bank and go up a belt size.

When you think of strength training, you might picture a traditional gym. However, if a gym membership is not in your budget, you can still achieve a great workout from home with affordable, even free equipment.

Whether you are just getting started on your fitness goals or are a regular athlete, nutrition is key for maintaining good health and wellness. But sometimes you need more than a well-rounded diet to meet your daily nutritional needs.

So you’ve finally decided to take the leap and join a gym. Congratulations, you’ve taken an important step to living a healthier life! Joining a gym can be exciting and intimidating so here are a few tips from the Active&Fit Direct^TM program to keep in mind when you hit the gym for the first time:

Exercise is an integral aspect of any healthy lifestyle. Perhaps more important than the workout itself is how to effectively help your body recover. While post-workout nutrition and sleep are fundamental building blocks for a proper exercise regimen, stretching and mobility routines help sustain performance and reduce opportunities for injury and keep the body moving well.

There’s no question that the elliptical machine is a great cardio workout, but are you getting all you can from your elliptical routine? Here are five tips from Tivity Health™ to make your workout more effective:

So many of us make New Year’s resolutions to swap out unhealthy habits for meaningful lifestyle changes. But the research shows only a small percentage of us keep those resolutions. Why? It might be because we’re not taking advantage of some proven tools to set ourselves up for success.

Stress makes it difficult for employees to find the energy to take care of themselves, and it can impact their work. Managing employee stress is now a business imperative.

If you wear eyeglasses and spend a lot of time outdoors, you may want to consider prescription sunglasses. Providing convenience, comfort and protection, they can enhance your time outdoors. Frames, lenses, color, and tint are part of a wide range of options to consider when selecting a new pair of prescription sunglasses.

If you are trying to lose weight, you might be prepared with a diet plan and a refrigerator full of healthy foods. You also might dust off your sneakers, slide into bike shorts, and resolve to step on the scale. However, in addition to replacing your burgers with salads, you might want to consider splurging on new pillows and sheets. Why the focus on sleep?

While the holidays are an exciting time to gather with friends and family, it can also have a negative impact on your overall wellbeing. Whether you're feeling prone to stress and anxiety or are managing a busy travel schedule while trying to avoid the extra treats of the season, there is a strong chance that being thrown out of your routine will cause some feelings of unease.

‘Tis the season for back to school shoes! While most are focused on making sure their kids are walking to class in style, it’s even more important to properly size children’s feet. We went to the experts and asked Skechers® how to make sure your child’s feet are sized correctly:

We all know how important proper nutrition is to prepare you for physical activity, but what exactly should you eat after you finish that last rep or take that last stride? Even if you have an idea of what you should eat, how much thought have you given to macronutrient ratios or portion sizes?

Except in extreme cases, winter weather is no excuse for skipping your daily walk, run or other outdoor workout. All that’s required is preparation. The good news is, there is no need to spend a fortune on fancy winter athletic wear — you probably already own everything you need. Here’s how to prepare:

Ten thousand steps a day can seem quite daunting, can’t it? But it doesn’t have to be! Small, simple changes to your everyday life can easily increase your steps and improve your health. Check out these tips from Fitbit® to up your step count: