What is Foundwellness?

History: Observation and Research

Many employees we work with used to complain that they were exhausted after sitting at their desk all day focused on the computer or phone. It would get to the point that they were using their health insurance to see a chiropractor and massage therapist to treat the pain and discomfort they were feeling. Not to mention, they lacked the motivation to go to the gym, complained they never had enough time, and were emotionally drained.

The Method

The workplace workout was designed to stretch and strengthen the muscles that fatigue allowing you to work more efficiently for longer periods of time. We comprised a team of the best trainers to teach Foundwellness classes at the office when it’s convenient, typically first thing in the morning or during the lunch hour. To reach remote employees or sales teams that are on the road, we developed the on-demand video series. This is one of the greatest benefits an employer can offer employees because it reaches everyone. 

The Foundwellness program provides education about the food choices you are making specifically while you are at work. There is an overwhelming commonality among workers who are crunched to meet a deadline or suffering from poor sleep, and the combination of sugars, carbohydrates, caffeine, and preservatives compound these problems. Through education and awareness, balance is possible and you can avoid the energy crashes that kill your work day.

Motivation and teamwork are enhanced through the variety of events we put together including training for races, charity walks, community concerts, and more.

The Goal

Foundwellness is changing the way companies think, plan, and execute health and wellness programs. It takes an effective program to create long lasting positive change; and our job is to help create the right path for you and all of your employees, leading you towards greater success.

The Stats

With only 15% of American adults engaging in regular vigorous physical activity we bring wellness programs in the office setting to help keep employees at their job longer. Over 70% of employees feel stressed at work. Over 30% of employees are likely to leave and look for a new job this year. Decreased employee productivity, increased absenteeism, and low morale all result to decreased engagement and work performance. Our experience reveals employees that participate in the Foundwellness Program are more likely to be loyal to their employer.

Testimonial

“I have never worked so hard and I feel great. I’m working fitness and health into my workday where it was difficult for me to make time before. Through the Foundwellness Program and by doing the work place workouts, I have been able to lose weight, get stronger, increase my fitness, but also approach work and daily stress with a more positive and balanced frame of mind. I even have more energy to try new outdoor activities with family and friends.”

- Matthew Stotts Managing Partner at Tenor

When a company offers a wellness program:

  • 93% are more proactive in their health

  • 84% say it improves teamwork

  • 81% feel more positive about work

Disengaged employees cost American employers $370 billion annually in lost productivity. That’s $2.30 for every dollar spent on health care costs and pharmacy bills.

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  • Perry

    The Workplace Workout was designed by Perry Lieber. Working as an elite personal trainer for the past 10 years, Perry saw a commonality between all people that he worked with. Perry spent the Summers of 2011 and 2012 in Los Angeles, California working with professional athletes such as Al Horford of the Atlanta Hawks, Kyle Singler of the Detroit Pistons, and Fab Melo of the Boston Celtics. In addition to athletes, Perry trained celebrity Glenn Frey, lead singer of The Eagles who over the course of the years training, continued to travel and work and looks great for his age. Perry has trained a number of successful executives and it is in this experience that he became passionate about helping people who work at a desk or spend long hours commuting by car or plane. The targeted exercises are designed to help prevent and overcome rounding, tightening and discomfort.

  • Nora

    Nora partnered with Perry to build the Foundwellness company. Nora has spent the past 10 years working in the corporate environment and the past 4 years building a career in marketing. Nora is a marketing professional for a SAS technology company and loves to learn new ways technology can benefit people in both their business and personal life. Before that, Nora worked as a project designer, building care centers and wellness facilities for the Hyatt “Classic Residence” in Denver, CO and Scottsdale, AZ. It was here she studied ergonomic design and health care guidelines. Nora has always been an athlete and played volleyball for a number of years and loves to surf.