Entries by erin kistner

Bringing Joy to Work: Why Social Wellness Matters in the Workplace

Connection Is Essential Most organizations invest heavily in performance, productivity, and results, yet often overlook one of the most influential drivers behind all three: human connection. Social wellness sits at the heart of how people experience work. When employees feel connected and supported, everything else, from engagement to collaboration, begins to strengthen naturally. Modern work […]

Ergonomic Best Practices for a Safer, Healthier Workplace

Reduce workplace injuries with practical ergonomic strategies. Learn how Urban Balance helps companies build safer, healthier teams. Ergonomics Is a Business Imperative The summer months are a great time to step back and look at what truly supports a healthy workplace. At its core, safety is about how people feel and function throughout their workday. […]

Small Breaks, Big Impact: Microbreaks and Employee Well-Being

Mental Health Awareness Month, observed each May, highlights the growing need for evidence-based strategies that support mental health at work. For organizations focused on employee well-being and sustained performance, one simple yet highly effective approach is gaining traction: microbreaks at work. Microbreaks are short, intentional pauses ranging from a few seconds to several minutes taken […]

Live or Pre-Recorded Wellness Classes: Which is right for your company?

Here in today’s corporate wellness landscape, companies everywhere are transitioning their on-site employee wellness offerings to virtual programs, or they may be seeking this type of programming anew as a means to support their employees through this challenging time. If you’re in the field of human resources or employee benefits and are exploring virtual wellness […]

The 8 Dimensions of Well-Being & How to Stay Connected with them at Work

“Well-being” – it’s a somewhat ubiquitous term that describes the state of being characterized by one’s overall degree of health, prosperity, and contentment. Often preceded by an even more universally understood term, “health”, well-being is about making adjustments to your routines that allow you to live life to its fullest capacity. It’s about cultivating positive […]