Over the years, businesses and the private sectors in the Philippines have been fond of integrating running and multisport events as part of their wellness programs and corporate social responsibility.
From run runs, marathons, triathlons, and everything in between, these events promote health and wellness among their employees and inculcate social involvement, branding, and enjoining the community to take that next step to stay fit.
𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐎𝐘𝐄𝐄𝐒
Working in the corporate world can and will be fast-paced and stressful. In most cases, employees would rather rest than exercise, eat fast food to save time, and stay up late to finish a deadline.
These are the makings of a sedentary lifestyle, which can often lead to various health problems like obesity, diabetes, and hypertension.
The accessibility of running and the thrill of multisports are now encouraging the management to introduce them to their staff and make a positive impact on their health. Doing so promotes not only a healthier well-being but also a happy workplace.
Regular exercise is known to improve mental clarity and reduce stress, among others. Inserting this into your schedule will greatly reduce health-related issues and increase productivity. Case in point: healthier employees mean fewer sick leaves; healthcare costs are trimmed to a minimum; and they will enjoy their jobs more.
𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊
Running and triathlon, or any sport for that matter, usually requires training and preparation. This goes well with companies fostering physical fitness in the workplace since it pushes employees to bond and train together. This helps build a deeper sense of friendship that goes beyond the office, as well as nurturing stronger relationships and a common goal to achieve a certain milestone.
Some companies form running groups or triathlon teams, with members coming from the entire hierarchy. This too adds to a positive work culture where everyone can participate and share their experiences, motivate each other, and feel a sense of pride and accomplishment when the team finishes a race.
𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐎𝐋𝐕𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓
Fun runs and multisport events organized by private companies are usually open to the public. This is a strategic concept where they can promote their brand as a proactive entity that also caters to community involvement.
Aside from this, some companies work together with non-government organizations and local government units. Charities also lead in these events to raise awareness to promote their respective causes.
With these events, local athletes and fitness enthusiasts come together to offer a helping hand. By registering for these competitions, they not only help but add to their growing collection of medals, race bibs, singlets, and finisher shirts.
𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊-𝐋𝐈𝐅𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐄
“All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy,” as they say.
This is particularly true when it comes to corporate involvement in sports. By encouraging employees to sign up for running and multisport events, the management pushes for a healthier work-life balance.
Along this line, employees are motivated to train, find time in their busy schedule to rest and recover after a long session, and look to shift to a more balanced lifestyle.
