Four ways having a gym on-site can help your business grow

It is no secret that the corporate world is fast-paced. More and more we are seeing new generations of workforces seeking a lifestyle that facilitates success in their work life, whilst maintaining a balance with their mental and physical wellbeing, be that through new work styles, aligning themselves perfectly with a business’ values and ethos or looking for facilities within a business that will allow them to maintain the balance they are searching for.

With this in mind, prioritising employee wellbeing has become more important than ever in employee satisfaction, and by extension the business’ success.

One solution which is gaining pace is the incorporation of an in-house gym within corporate / office spaces. Having a gym on-site is a fantastic way to increase your work force’s general health and wellbeing, however, going a step further and incorporating the gym culture within your business can offer several deeper advantages - ensuring optimised use and therefore increased results for your employees.

Promoting physical health. Many office-based roles will, naturally, be relatively sedentary - spending many hours at a desk. Providing the space for your employees to exercise onsite will remove physical barriers for your employees such as time and commuting requirements - providing easy access to the facilities they need. By promoting the benefits of physical exercise internally you can build peoples’ confidence within and willingness to use the space - giving them the time they need to use it to its full potential. With regular use of the space, your workforce will begin to mitigate the risks associated with sitting for prolonged periods of time, allowing them to maintain optimum health - essentially reducing the possible levels of absenteeism and illness within your business.

Reducing stress. Balancing family, work and life can be stressful at times. Exercise has the ability to reduce cortisol, increase endorphins post-exercise, improve cognitive function and enhance self-esteem. By investing in a gym you’re enabling your workforce to be healthier and happier at work.

Providing an onsite gym is a perk for any new member of staff. It is a physical proof point of the company’s values when it comes to supporting their employees’ health and wellbeing. This can help with creating a positive company culture and will help with both employee acquisition and retention.

Fostering a team culture. Your corporate gym is a social space within your business where employees can train together, down regulate from work and have fun together. It will help to break down any possible silo effect your business may experience - promoting cross-team interactions and collaboration outside of the day-to-day work environment.

If you are considering integrating an onsite gym within your office space and would like to discuss the benefits of this in more detail, and how to get started, get in touch with our team.