Wellness
ARTICLES
Why 55% of CEOs are struggling with mental health: Insights and solutions
September 11, 2024
Leadership loneliness is growing with 52% of CEO’s reporting workplace toxicity and 63% struggling to show empathy.
Preventing musculoskeletal disorders in construction: Key strategies for worker safety
September 7, 2024
Musculoskeletal disorders, such as lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome, lead to 38% more lost workdays in construction, costing billions annually.
Building calm: How a meditation practice can benefit contractors
September 4, 2024
Meditation can improve your stress levels, your sleep, and even your relationships, meaning that this ancient practice might just become your most valuable tool.
14 tips to prevent lower back pain in a physically-demanding career
August 28, 2024
Reduce lower back pain with effective strategies that rebalance your muscles, reduce inflammation, and help you move better.
Want to look good and feel better? The benefits of hiking for construction professionals
August 21, 2024
Hiking is a low-cost way to reduce stress, improve heart health, lose weight, and feel happier.
Building better mental health in the construction industry: Understanding the gut-brain axis
August 14, 2024
Dietary decisions and lifestyle choices directly influence gut health and mental health via an intricate network called the gut-brain axis.
Chemical exposure and hearing loss in construction
August 14, 2024
When combined with loud and constant noises common to construction sites, exposure to certain chemicals can lead to auditory damage.
Blood pressure is high in construction: 6 healthy habits to lower it
August 7, 2024
Regular physical activity, good sleep, a healthy diet, and implementing a bedtime routine are habits that can help reduce blood pressure.
Struggle with chronic work-induced pain? Try these natural pain management techniques
July 31, 2024
Meditation and mindfulness, acupuncture, hot/cold therapy, and exercise are natural ways to reduce chronic pain and improve quality of life.
Reduce job site plastic use with these 8 reusable water bottles
July 30, 2024
Yeti, Healthy Human, Stanley, and Hydro Flask offer durable and insulated water bottles to stay hydrated on the construction site.