7 Meaningful Ways to Spend Your Wellness Stipend from Work
So, your company offers a wellness stipend. Hurray!
But here comes the hard part - how can you use it for something meaningful and long-term? We’ve got a few ideas to help you make better use of your wellness stipend and create some positive impacts on the way you work, live, and play.
Gym memberships/Fitness app subscriptions
What a great way to get started on your fitness journey! With so many brands that cater to all kinds of needs and schedules that you can choose from, there’s bound to be something you would love to join. However, as a gym newbie, we would advise you to find ways to keep your training consistent and make sure you already know what you’re doing to avoid injuring yourself.
2. Wearable devices
Fitness tech has come a long way and there is now a plethora of innovations to help you improve your fitness and wellbeing. From trackers to smart home gym equipment, achieving your goals can’t get any easier. It is important that you know exactly what you need in your own fitness journey before getting any of these fancy devices, or it’ll end up sitting in a corner, abandoned after you’re done being fascinated by its tech.
3. Massages/Spa treatments
If you’re someone that loves to treat yourself, massages and spa treatments can be a great way to relax your mind and body. Similar to gym membership, we tend to purchase a package that we never finish using or go to consistently, then the next question is, was your wellness stipend well spent that have a long term effect on your health?
4. Physiotherapy/Chiropractic sessions
Visiting a physiotherapist or a chiropractor can be a great option for pain management if you already know the source of your pain, and can easily complement your fitness routines. However, just like a massage, it’s more of a symptomatic solution.
5. Small group classes
While group classes can’t offer a personalized program tailored to your own fitness goals, they do have some emphasis on proper technique and give you a ‘feel good’ workout. Keep in mind the smaller the class, the more time your instructor has to pay attention and correct your form, and the more you can make it a sustainable option for your fitness journey.
6. Personal Training (PT)
A gym membership’s not a bad start, but how often do you really go in for a workout? Or do you really know what you’re doing in there? Not only would a PT create long-term plans to put you on the right track, they’re also well trained to prevent you from mishandling equipment and hurting yourself while keeping you accountable to your own fitness goals.
7. Nutrition coaching
You are what you eat, but you also shouldn’t have to choose between a healthy diet and a social life. Get a guide to help you make good food choices that match your lifestyle! Not only do you get a meal plan that you’ll love, but a nutritionist/dietician can also even tailor your meals to complement your workouts and health needs.
If your company provides you with a wellness stipend, it’s already part of your compensation package, so why not choose to make the best use of it and invest in your long-term health?
To get you started, SgFitFam is offering a FREE body composition measurement worth S$50! Simply book a 30-minute consultation for Customised Personal Training or Nutrition Coaching to enjoy the offer.
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