Discussion Topic

Concept and Brief Summary:

Wellness Programs and other benefits

Obesity is a growing concern for the working people of America. Over a third of the population is obese or overweight. I feel that it is necessary for a company to get involved and have an active role in preventing and helping cure these problems. If a company takes the initiative and helps their employees get in shape and create good behavioral habits, the company will be able to save money and also get more productivity out of their employees. This is a benefit that should be essential and it will be more cost effective than other benefits provided by the company. Exercise can also help with the way employees feel. It is a stress reliever and helps them stay energized and more productive with their daily activities.

Emotional Hook:

What if you were overweight and unable to do certain activities? How would you feel? What if your company provided you with a recreational facility where you could have an instructor teach you how to exercise and eat right, helping you get physically fit and healthy. Wouldn’t you be more loyal to that company for changing your life and providing a way to live better and healthier?

Key points to elicit in discussion:

Everyone can benefit from a wellness program and access to recreational facilities.
This is a growing part of our culture. It is important to be healthy and learn how to eat right. Many people don’t have these pleasures and are unable to do so. I know that companies are responsible for their employee’s wellbeing and should help with improving it.

Facilitative Questions:

Wouldn’t you enjoy an onsite gym or recreational facility at your company? Would having healthy foods available to you be more appetizing than having junk food and soda?