Studies on medical claims incurred among 1.5 million health plan members showed total health plan expenditures attributable to physical inactivity of $83.6 million in 2002, or $56 per member. The top health conditions directly connected to physical inactivity patterns are: heart disease, stroke, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, colon cancer, breast cancer, osteoporosis, depression, and anxiety in adults. [Source: American Journal of Preventive Medicine. 2004 Nov; 27(4):304-9]. Because the costs associated with physical inactivity are borne by taxpayers, employers, and individuals in the form of higher taxes to subsidize public insurance programs and increased health insurance premiums, it is imperative to take action now.This program is designed to get participants to incorporate daily physical activity into their busy lifestyles. The tips provided do not require a membership to any gym or the purchase of any expensive equipment. Instead, they are easy-to-use techniques that are practical to and achievable by anyone, even the busiest person who has no time to spare! A good starter program, whether it is your first time offering wellness initiatives in the workplace or you want to keep the healthy living and working momentum going. For more information, please contact us.
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