The holiday season is traditionally a time for showing employees appreciation; office parties, small gifts, and even bonuses are common expressions of gratitude. This season, forget the typical gift baskets and humdrum fruitcake and consider a gift that promotes health.
Giving a gift that promotes a healthy lifestyle is a creative way to show how much you care – and recipients will continue to reap the benefits of your health-related present long after the holiday season. The key is to find thoughtful and meaningful gifts. Here are 10 unique ways to inspire a healthy lifestyle:
Gift Certificates
Look at local options like a yoga or pilates studio, a subscription to weekly meal plans, personal trainer sessions, or massages.
Books
Cookbooks and self-help books are always good options but you could go beyond physical health and think holistic. Give books that help employees develop leadership skills, advanced their career or adapt to change.
Portable Blender
Smoothies are a great way to eat more fruit and veggies. Single serving smoothie machines make it easy to blend and go.
Set of Kettlebells
There's a reason for the kettlebell craze - these powerful tools build muscle and cardiovascular fitness at the same time.
Foam Roller
These post-workout aids are great for relieving tension. The uneven foam surface acts like a massage to loosen muscles and work out knots.
Bosu Ball
This one is a little hard to wrap, but comes with a variety of benefits. Because the ball is inherently unstable, it adds intensity to workouts, requiring people to engage core muscles in order to maintain balance.
Herb Mill
For those people trying to cut back on salt and butter, seasoning with fresh herbs can add big flavor without jacking up calories. This unique kitchen gadget minces herbs with a flick of the wrist.
Wireless Activity Tracker
These small devices are packed with lots of data - like steps and calories burned - that can help motivate employees to move more.
Unique Lunch Boxes
Packing a lunch can help employees stay slim but brown bags can be boring. Look for bright colored silicone boxes that help keep portion sizes consistent and keep lunch fun.
Extra Free Time
Give employees a half-day off or opt for flexible hours (employees can arrive and leave two hours early) to do their holiday shopping and reduce stress levels.
Whether you have a large budget or a small one, ultimately it's about recognize employees for their hard work and showing you care about them and their well-being.
What healthy gadgets do you have on your wishlist? Share in the comment area below.
