Yoga in the Workplace: Boost Productivity and Wellbeing
In today’s fast-paced work environment, how employees feel—emotionally, mentally, and physically—directly impacts a business’s success and overall productivity. Yoga offers a powerful tool to enhance wellbeing in the workplace, and as someone with a corporate background, I understand firsthand the toll that stress, burnout, and overworking can take on both individuals and teams.
Recent statistics highlight the importance of addressing workplace stress and mental health:
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914,000 workers in the UK experienced work-related stress, depression, or anxiety in 2021/22 (Labour Force Survey).
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17.0 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, depression, and anxiety in the same year (Labour Force Survey).
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64% of workers in the UK and Europe reported increased work-related stress levels compared to pre-pandemic times.
Yoga in the workplace can help combat these challenges by supporting both physical and mental wellbeing.
Why Yoga is beneficial for your team
1. Relieves Physical Tension:
Many employees spend hours sitting at desks, often leading to tight muscles, poor posture, and musculoskeletal issues. Yoga provides an opportunity to stretch, release tension, improve posture, and increase core strength—helping employees feel better physically and reducing the risk of strain.
2. Reduces Stress and Anxiety:
Office environments can often trigger the "fight or flight" response, creating a sense of stress and unease. Yoga, particularly through mindfulness and breathwork, helps activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and calm. These techniques can be used by employees during the day to manage stress effectively.
3. Enhances Focus and Productivity:
Mindful movement combined with controlled breathing increases mental clarity, focus, and concentration. Employees who engage in yoga are more likely to be productive, creative, and present in their roles.
4. Builds a Stronger Team:
Yoga classes promote a sense of community and unity within the workplace, fostering stronger relationships among employees and enhancing team dynamics.
5. Flexible and Accessible:
Yoga doesn’t require special equipment or a large space—making it easy to integrate into the workday, whether it’s a quick energizing flow in the morning or a calming session in the afternoon.
How i can help
Incorporating yoga into your workplace—whether as a one-off session or a regular offering—can have immediate and long-term benefits for your team’s wellbeing. The combination of conscious movement and mindful breathing can lead to increased calm, focus, and productivity.
Get in touch to find out how yoga can support your corporate wellbeing goals and enhance mindfulness in your workplace.
Please email info@bextriggs.com for more information or to discuss how we can tailor a program to suit your company’s needs.
