Employers who offer our comprehensive well-being programs tied to benefit differentials experience 75 percent fewer new diabetes diagnoses.
Meet Jerry, manager of employee relations. Jerry used to be an active guy until he was injured.
When Jerry's workplace offered HealthPartners well-being programs, he saw an opportunity to get back into an active routine. Jerry decided to try the 10,000 Steps® program. He felt it would help him "establish a more disciplined way to stay physically fit." The discount on his insurance premiums for completing the program was an added incentive.
Jerry's goal was to walk more than 10,000 steps every day. He was able to reach his goal by making small changes like taking the stairs and going for morning walks with his co-workers.
Jerry now averages 15,000 steps daily. He even takes his pedometer on vacation. He reports, "I'm in better physical condition at 61 than lots of folks who are younger than me." Jerry lost 10 pounds since starting the program and notices an improved cardiovascular effect from walking.
"This is easier to maintain than I thought it would be. The program is its own reward, and the physical payoff is worth it. I can't tell you how pleased I am with what the 10,000 Steps® program has meant to me."