Shape Up for Summer

Summer is here, and with it long weekends at the lake and lazy days by the pool.

But wait … does last year’s swimsuit still fit? And where did that spare tire come from? Is this scale right?

The season’s heat and more-revealing summer wardrobes tend to get people thinking about their bodies, which may have been neglected over the winter.

Face it, during those long cold months, heavier foods and bulky clothing make it easy to let daily workouts and healthy diet slide.

That makes the kickoff of summer a prime time to encourage healthy weight loss efforts in the workplace. And with obesity and its widespread effects increasingly common, you’ve got a lofty goal to work toward.

Not everyone is going to get on board with a weight-loss program, even with the knowledge that obesity can lead to heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, joint problems, cancer, and decreased quality of life, among other serious problems.

Still, the ones who need just a little encouragement to shed those excess pounds will reap the priceless health benefits, and you’ll find yourself one step closer to securing the healthy, happy, productive staff your business needs.

Renew your commitment to promoting good nutrition and physical fitness, and you’ll see the payoff as your employees shed pounds and gain confidence, energy, and overall health.

A few ideas: