Viverae

OCTOBER 18, 2016

We all do it. We start off with the best intentions—whether it’s a new weight-loss goal, fitness plan, or whatever—but then life happens, and we’re left picking up the pieces as we try to figure out where it all went wrong. That’s when excuses creep up and rear their ugly head. If you look hard enough, you can find an excuse for pretty much anything that doesn’t go your way. And, unfortunately, many of us do exactly that. It’s so much easier to blame supposed forces beyond our control than it is to take responsibility, come up with creative solutions, and make some tough choices.

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OCTOBER 25, 2016

With rising healthcare costs wreaking havoc on annual budgets everywhere, it’s no surprise that an ever-growing number of employers have turned to wellness programs to slap a bandage on the bleeding. While the value that these programs bring to the bottom line is undeniable, the benefits of a well-implemented wellness program go way beyond mere dollars and cents. Where these programs really shine is in building the intangibles that can make a company an awesome place to work. Don’t believe me? Check out Fortune magazine’s latest “ 100 Best Companies to Work For ” list.

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Viverae

JULY 5, 2016

As you may have heard, we recently announced an exciting partnership with Concentra , a recognized leader in occupational and urgent care services. Through this partnership, clinical on-site services are now available to employers looking to offer their employees treatment for on-the-job injuries, illnesses, and other types of care. Whether it’s physical exams, vaccinations, or treatment for injuries, the value that these on-site centers bring to the table is undeniable. mean, who wants to drive to a hospital after they were just injured at work?

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Viverae

APRIL 5, 2016

Can you put a date stamp on building new habits? If so, how do you determine the due date? Some researchers think it takes at least 21 days to form a habit; others are certain it can take as many as 66 days before that routine is locked in. Is there really a science that determines internal drive or any other unique factors that compel us to do what we do (or don’t do)? Making Habits Personal. As part of our wellness program at Viverae®, we established a 21-day monthly challenge called Your Challenge. Now what does this accomplish? Well, it makes the challenge all about the individual.

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MAY 17, 2016

In a few short months, we’ll get to hear those famous words, “Let the games begin!” ushering in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. But here at Viverae, we couldn’t wait that long! Recently, we hosted the third annual Viverae Olympic Games  right here in Dallas, Texas. Those who participated had a blast competing for gold, silver, and bronze in challenging and exciting events like the water balloon toss, dunk tank, and the always-entertaining inflatable obstacle course, among others (we do our own stunts ’round here). Why did we take a half day off work to goof off together as a team?

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Viverae

JUNE 7, 2016

Most companies genuinely care about their employees. And for good reason. Employees are the backbone of every organization, and your most effective asset as you work to grow your business. One of the best ways to express your appreciation is to make sure your team has access to resources and information to help them enjoy a healthy lifestyle. As we move into June and celebrate Employee Wellbeing Month, we’re pleased to introduce a new series of blogs to help you do just that. Typically, when we talk about health and wellness, many of us immediately latch on to nutrition and exercise. Featured

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Ten thousand of anything can be difficult to reach; however, when it comes to wellness, the general recommendation is that we should all be walking 10,000 steps a day (about five miles) in order to lower blood pressure, improve cardiovascular fitness, and maintain weight. Regardless of how many steps you’re trying to reach, consciously working toward a personal step goal is an excellent way to keep your health on track and increase your daily activity. But taking the time to achieve that goal can get you into some serious hot water with the boss. Especially if you’re going through crunch time.

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Viverae

JUNE 21, 2016

This week, we’re continuing our June blog series for Employee Wellbeing Month with a focus on mental health. 1 in 5 American adults experienced a mental health issue in 2014. MentalHealth.gov. Mental health is your emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Some people who experience mental health conditions feel isolated because of an associated stigma; however, mental health conditions are actually very common and treatable. Your mental health is influenced by many different things, including brain chemistry, life experiences, and family history of mental health conditions. Get Active.

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JULY 19, 2016

Unless your name is Rocky Balboa, staying motivated can be a real struggle (even if you are, it can be tough). Yet, regardless of who you are and what you’re trying to accomplish in life, it’s impossible to reach your goals if you can’t stay focused and maintain some forward momentum. This is especially true when it comes to wellness, where every decision you make, good or bad, has a cumulative effect on your health. Without a doubt, it’s always easier to keep going than it is to start over from scratch every time you decide to jump back in the game. What the heck is a wellness champion?

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APRIL 26, 2016

“We’re so good at knowing what we don’t know.” – no one ever. Oftentimes in life, you know that you’ll eventually figure out how to get through a situation. But when it comes to wellness, it’s absolutely imperative to be on the right track for several different reasons, including to ensure you’re not wasting efforts and to keep up any sliver of momentum you have. And honestly, the quality of your life may depend on it. So, when it comes to total well-being for employers and employees alike, how do people get the support they need? Taking charge of one’s health can be a daunting task. Featured

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Viverae

JUNE 14, 2016

They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away. I don’t know about all that, but developing smarter eating habits is definitely a step in the right direction for those looking to improve their health. Continuing our series for Employee Wellbeing Month , this week’s blog focuses on ways to encourage healthy eating habits at work. We spend so much of our time working. So it only makes sense that eating healthier during work hours can have a dramatic impact on your team’s overall health. Indeed, the benefits of enjoying a healthy diet at work are well documented, and for good reason. Get creative.

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Viverae

AUGUST 16, 2016

Good health is its own reward. But it shouldn’t be the only prize your employees receive for participating in your wellness program. With many employers looking to improve participation, incentives are becoming increasingly common. Yet many program administrators can find themselves struggling with the nuances as they work to find the magic combination that motivates employees to take action. That’s especially true for companies implementing a wellness program for the first time. To help, Viverae® has prepared a wellness program incentives best practices guide. Motivate them to stop smoking?

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Viverae

MAY 31, 2016

June is National Men’s Health Month. It’s a month dedicated to raising awareness of preventable health problems and encouraging early detection among men. As most women can attest, getting a guy to the doctor can be as difficult as getting him inside a mall; however, the reality of a skipped doctor’s visit is much more serious than a missed shopping outing. 1 in 2: The likelihood of a man developing cancer in his lifetime. 1 in 7: The number of men who will develop prostate cancer. Credit: American Cancer Society. It’s time to take men’s health seriously. Men’s Health Tips. Featured

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OCTOBER 11, 2016

Few things in life are more satisfying than overcoming adversity. Who didn’t get a kick out of acing that final exam back in school? And don’t we all feel that rush of victory when we put the finishing touches on a difficult work assignment? Crushing obstacles can motivate us to grow as individuals and inspire us to achieve new levels of professional growth. That’s why wellness challenges are among the most effective tools in the wellness program toolbox. They also tap into the strength of peer pressure. But peer pressure doesn’t necessarily have to be a bad thing. Here’s why: Engagement.

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Viverae

JUNE 28, 2016

You don’t have to be a professional athlete or a personal trainer to understand the value of exercise. Concluding our series for Employee Wellbeing Month , this week’s blog focuses on fitness in the workplace. Conventional wisdom says that nutrition is the boss when it comes to wellness. After all, it takes more time and effort to go to the gym and burn off calories than it does to not eat that candy bar in the first place. That may be true, but getting routine exercise and enjoying an active lifestyle can make a big difference, especially when it comes to productivity at work. Get creative.

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Viverae

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Do you mindlessly sip on soda at your desk, or sneak off to that conveniently placed vending machine for a Cheez-It® fix before an important meeting? If so, you’re not alone. Even the most health-conscious of us have food habits that pull us to mindlessly snack throughout the day. We don’t even know we’re doing it! My personal kryptonite seems to be pistachios while I read through my email in the afternoon. while back, we talked about how to fight back against food cravings at work , but what about those times when you snack without even thinking about it? And for good reason. Pretty cool, huh?

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Viverae

MARCH 29, 2016

Effective communication. You’ve heard it before. It’s an integral component of a successful wellness program. And to get the desired result, it takes a lot of people—clinicians, copywriters, designers, marketers, video producers, to name a few. Regardless of the changes in technology, the market for well-crafted messages will always have an audience.”. Steve Burnett, The Burnett Group. But once communications are handed off to clients, we don’t go all “bye, Felicia” and just leave them to it. As part of our service offerings, we support our clients with a dedicated client communications team.

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Viverae

OCTOBER 4, 2016

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month—a time of hope, reflection, and awareness as we support those affected by this terrible condition and tip our hats to all the brave survivors who continue to fight. It’s also a time for us to take a stand through various volunteer and fundraising opportunities, and focus on what we can do to fight back. Breast cancer affects so many of us. According to the National Cancer Institute , 1 in 8 women may be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in her life. That’s an alarming statistic, but the numbers aren’t all bad news. Limit Alcohol Use. Featured

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AUGUST 8, 2016

Just because you have a spiffy new wellness program doesn’t mean that employees will race each other to sign up. Although workplace wellness programs are more common than ever before, there are still many employees who don’t fully understand what a wellness program is or how it works. If this is your company’s first time launching a wellness program, you want to make sure employees are aware of all this exciting new benefit can offer. This is where your communication skills come into play. Holding that meeting or webinar on a Friday afternoon probably isn’t the best way to grab attention.

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Viverae

AUGUST 23, 2016

You may have an amazing program design, an excellent communications strategy, and a carefully planned incentive structure, but without solid participation numbers, even the most well-crafted wellness program can fail. Continuing our month-long, program-launch blog series, this week’s post focuses on tips to help you drive enrollment and get your program off to a great start. Before you begin looking for ways to improve your enrollment numbers, it’s important to look at why some employees choose not to participate. Others feel like they don’t have enough time.

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Viverae

MAY 10, 2016

It’s time to break out the flip flops, suntan lotion, and bathing suits, because summer is right around the corner. Personally, I love this time of year. Summertime means hanging out with friends and family, enjoying a little sun and sand, and showing off that nice toned body you’ve been working on all year. Oh, what’s that? You skipped the gym a few too many times this year? Don’t worry. Even if you’re not in swimsuit shape already, you still have a little time to shed a few pounds and get that fit summer body you promised yourself way back in January. You know the drill. Bring a friend.

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AUGUST 30, 2016

If you’ve been following along on our month-long blog series, then you’re well on your way to launching your wellness program in style. There’s just one more item to address before you’re ready to rock ’n’ roll, and it may be the most important topic that we cover. I’m talking about engagement. It’s undeniable that meaningful participation is vital to the success of any wellness program. Without it, you’ll be hard pressed to achieve the higher levels of employee well-being, performance, and retention that a solid program can bring to your organization. Those are important too. Featured

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Viverae

APRIL 12, 2016

Whether you are the CEO of a Fortune 500 company or running a three-person startup, being a  fearless leader in today’s fast-paced business world involves a level of risk. Human beings are inherently leery of straying from the norm—the majority of us are too scared of failure. So how does a leader drum up the courage to see past the risk and dare for greatness? Run to—not from—feedback. Despite its humble beginnings in a garage in Silicon Valley, Apple Inc. became one of the most innovative companies in the world. If not, you might be missing a big opportunity. Accept change. Featured

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Viverae

JULY 26, 2016

We live in a world full of distractions. There you are, taking care of business when all of a sudden your phone goes off with a new text message—and boom—you’re off your game. Or maybe you overhear your co-workers engaged in an interesting conversation, and feel compelled to add your two cents—whoops, foiled again! It could be anything. From a personal issue to the lure of the internet and all of its wonders, or literally anything in between. So much goes on in our minds at one time that sometimes it’s hard to believe we ever get anything done at all. Oh yes, the struggle is real.

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Viverae

MAY 3, 2016

Women are more likely than men to label themselves as overweight, according to Nielsen’s Global Health and Wellness Survey. More than half the women around the world (54 percent) believe they are overweight, compared to 45 percent of men. And more women are trying to lose weight (56 percent) than men (44 percent), but do women and men have to use different methods to drop the pounds and keep them off? But instead of highlighting the dieting factors that drive a wedge between the sexes, let’s explore three weight-loss and diet tips that close the gender gap. No, it’s not a myth. Featured

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MAY 24, 2016

Rejoice! Memorial Day is nearly upon us, signaling the official kickoff of barbecue season. I can almost smell the sweet aroma and hear the sizzle of grilled deliciousness in the air. There’s nothing better than kicking back with some cold ones and feasting on mouthwatering food with your family and friends in the backyard. Of course, all that fun can seriously hinder your health goals if you’re not mindful of what you feast on during this jubilant time. With that in mind, here are five tips to help you maintain your healthy momentum: Set Realistic Expectations. Don’t Eat on an Empty Stomach.

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Viverae

JULY 12, 2016

You don’t have to be a couch potato to be guilty of indulging your cravings from time to time. After all, we’ve all lived the stereotype at some point, lounging around at home in front of the television with our unhealthy food of choice laid out in front of us. Food cravings can strike anywhere, at any time, and can affect even the most disciplined individuals. But temptation often lurks strongest in an unexpected place: at work. At home, you’re the boss. You control the food that you purchase, and eat. You decide what meals to prepare and which snacks to enjoy. And for good reason. Featured

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Viverae

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Kids grow up so fast. It seems like one day they’re taking their first, clumsy steps and then before you know it, they’re out the door and on their way to take on the world. That’s why I cherish the time I spend with my two young children and enjoy taking them out for fun activities whenever I can. Just like many busy people out there, I know first-hand how difficult it can be to muster up the energy to play and be active after work, but it’s important to be active with your children. Especially when they’re young. Besides, nothing beats having a blast with the family on a carefree weekend.

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MARCH 22, 2016

Today, most companies have bought into the idea of providing workplace wellness programs to offset increasing healthcare costs. But are they addressing the biggest problems that cause health insurance premiums to soar? If you ask the average person what keeps them up at night, the most common answer will be money. And this problem doesn’t just keep us up at night—we carry this burden everywhere, especially to work. You’re stressed because you don’t know if you can meet your monthly expenses. And let’s not bring up retirement savings—you’re too busy trying to survive today. Featured

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AUGUST 22, 2016

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MAY 24, 2016

Rejoice! Memorial Day is nearly upon us, signaling the official kickoff of barbecue season. I can almost smell the sweet aroma and hear the sizzle of grilled deliciousness in the air. There’s nothing better than kicking back with some cold ones and feasting on mouthwatering food with your family and friends in the backyard. Of course, all that fun can seriously hinder your health goals if you’re not mindful of what you feast on during this jubilant time. With that in mind, here are five tips to help you maintain your healthy momentum: Set Realistic Expectations. Don’t Eat on an Empty Stomach.

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APRIL 26, 2016

“We’re so good at knowing what we don’t know.” – no one ever. Oftentimes in life, you know that you’ll eventually figure out how to get through a situation. But when it comes to wellness, it’s absolutely imperative to be on the right track for several different reasons, including to ensure you’re not wasting efforts and to keep up any sliver of momentum you have. And honestly, the quality of your life may depend on it. So, when it comes to total well-being for employers and employees alike, how do people get the support they need? Taking charge of one’s health can be a daunting task. Featured

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APRIL 19, 2016

Every leader should aim to create a positive workplace culture. According to research, it reduces healthcare costs, engages employees, and fosters loyalty. Pretty rewarding, right? But workplace culture can deteriorate pretty quickly when not cultivated. When a company is experiencing stress from rapid growth, the first thing that goes out the window is culture. Rituals that were once celebrated or revered suddenly lose their place on the priority list. So how do you nurture your workplace culture to ensure it’s eternally successful? 1. Be its Biggest Fan. Hire the Right People. Featured

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