The Science of Better Well-Being
Motivation and inspiration are temporary feelings.1 Too many of us sign up for gym memberships and then never use them, purchase exercise equipment just to let it gather dust or make other commitments to improving...
Well-Being Best Practices
Managing Chronic Conditions: Could Healthy Food Be the Right Rx?
A healthy diet is critical to the prevention of many chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension. But what about treatment? Can a healthy diet be used to manage a chronic condition that is...
What’s on the Horizon for Well-Being? Our Top Trends for 2020
2020 is here and like everyone else we’ve been discussing what the New Year will bring for the well-being industry. It’s certainly an exciting time to be in this space as physical, mental, and financial...
Maintain Don’t Gain: Our Coaching Operations Office Takes on the Holidays
During the busy holiday season food temptations lurk around every corner. Holiday parties and late nights can wreak havoc on an exercise schedule. Even those of us in the well-being industry struggle to keep up...
Medicare Open Enrollment is Here: Time for Members to Consider Their Options
It’s open enrollment season for Medicare plans—the one time of year when Medicare-eligible individuals can make changes to their coverage. Between now and December 7, 2019, seniors can make the switch from original Medicare to...
How to Inspire Employees and Spark Success
Before any great achievement, there must be inspiration. It’s the driving force behind every great scientific discovery, artistic breakthrough and successful organization. In fact, the Harvard Business Review says organizations only see real breakthroughs when...
The Hidden Library in Every Food Aisle
Welcome to Coaches’ Corner; our blog series dedicated to bringing you actionable health and fitness tips directly from our WebMD coaches. With extensive education, certifications and training in everything from mental health to exercise kinesiology...
Four Trends in Health Tech
Modern technology has the power to transform well-being in the workplace. Whether it’s the latest wearable, application or platform, innovations are making it more convenient than ever for people to be their healthiest. Recent breakthroughs...
How Volunteering Boosts Well-Being
When you volunteer, you often get more than you give. In addition to providing you with a mental boost, doing charitable work may actually be beneficial for your physical health. Recent studies show evidence that...
When the Coach is In, Everyone Wins
5 Keys to Wellness Coaching Success We live in an era in which healthcare costs are having a significant impact on corporations, insurers and individuals alike. With 50% of Americans living with one or more...
Creating Company Culture: Whose Responsibility Is It?
A lot is said and written about the importance of developing a company culture and with good reason—it really matters. However, most of the “talk” is directed squarely at companies and their leaders. While certainly...