FitBack For Life
FitBack For Life is a low back exercise class that has been designed to condition and strengthen the low back and reduce the incidence of back pain in the workplace and everyday life. A unique initiative to improve the Health and Wellbeing of your employees.
Benefits of FitBack classes to Employers
A workforce educated in backcare
Reduction in sickness absence (saving £££'s)
Increased ability to defend claims by taking a pro-active approach to your employees health & wellbeing
Positive message to existing and potential employees
Reduction in staff turnover
Low cost initiative.
Benefits of FitBack classes to the Employees
Stronger, healthier more flexible back
Reduction in the occurrence of low back pain
Increased quality of life
Improved function and productivity
Less time off work
How does it work?
- A one hour class consisting of a short presentation on low back pain in the workplace explaining the importance of a healthy back
- A demonstration and instruction of exercises focusing on the use of a gym ball to condition your employees backs.
- A one off class delivered by experienced Chartered Physiotherapists ensuring expert instruction and guidance throughout.
- Each attendee on the class receives a gym ball and FitBack exercise cards so they are able continue their exercises at home or at the gym.
- Classes of up to 10 employees are run on site (subject to availability of a suitable room)
- Can be incorporated into existing mandatory training (i.e. manual handling) to maximise efficiency and reduce costs.
- Attendees issued with FitBack certificate of attendance for employee files.
Who will it benefit?
- Those employees with pre-existing low back problems who are costing your business the most with repeated absence.
- Employees with ongoing niggling back pain and stiffness.
- Employees at risk of back pain involved in manual handling or prolonged seated postures.
- Anyone that wishes to experience a healthier, stronger back and prevent the occurrence of back pain.
“FitBack's overall service and their “FitBack For Life” Class in particular have been well received by employees and they are appreciative of the help the company has invested in them. This leads to improved team morale and has contributed significantly to reduction of lost time through back pain. I would recommend to any company to invest in this pro-active, low cost initiative. It really is "win win" for all concerned!”
Steve Hughes (Kuehne & Nagel Drinks Logistics)