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We know that ‘Wellness’ is something we all need to address as individuals. It will allow us to live healthier, be fitter, ward of disease, cope better, and bounce back quickly should we suffer health setbacks. That there are different aspects contributing to this term – varyingly inclusive of physical, […]

The past few months have seen a spurt of exercise videos and instructions exploding across various digital media and apps. While there is no denying the benefits of exercise as a preventive and coping mechanism, it is wise to be aware of red flags and keep a few precautions in […]

COVID-19, with its social distancing mandate, is teaching the world a whole new way of living and working. The work-from-home ‘new normal’ is teaching us to adapt to newer ways of getting things done, connecting with multiple people across the globe, right from the confines from our homes. Technology is […]

Egged on by colleagues, when I thought of penning this down, I decided to search how many types of CXOs are there. The very first link that popped up mentioned 15 designations that fall under this umbrella term. That’s a big number. I am sure it still missed some new […]

Sales lie at the heart of the enterprise. Be it a product or service, sales are what drive bottom lines, profits, and the very existence and perpetuity of any business or endeavor. We are all selling, but some more than others. The salesforce of organizations is, in a sense, front line workers of […]

We all know that exercise is good for the body and mind as self-care practice for better health and wellbeing. It helps prevent lifestyle-related diseases and enhances performance and functioning. It also releases endorphins, thus, playing a vital role in reducing stress and boosting mental health. However, many may not […]

The ongoing global pandemic – COVID-19, is immensely escalating challenges all around, far greater than normal times. While the focus naturally has been on managing its physical symptoms, it’s becoming increasingly palpable that there needs to be a stronger call to action to address an increasingly potent, pervasive, and destructive […]

Over the years, my Corporate Wellness experience addressing health challenges faced by employees has consistently thrown “Weight Loss & Management” as one of the dominant concerns. It continues to be a pressing issue with the new normal of work-from-home. Given the prevalence of weight woes across all levels of management and employees, […]

“Functional Fitness” is a term often used by trainers, coaches, and gyms and seems to have come increasingly into vogue. But what is Functional Fitness? Does it have any relevance for Corporate Wellness Planning? Demystifying Functional Fitness Interpreted correctly, Functional Fitness comprises training/exercises and simulating common movements to train multiple muscle groups of […]

Not all health conditions are equal in essence. Some are more challenging than others in their symptoms and in recovery. Not only can these conditions be long drawn and debilitating, posing substantial impediments to daily performance and independent functioning, but may require prolonged specialized treatments and intensive care as well. This […]