It’s that time of the year when most of us will make New Year’s resolutions like “get in better shape” and “eat healthier,” but nine out of 10 of us will give up on them by March. Is there anything employers can do to help employees accomplish these lofty, but important goals? Yes!… by implementing the type of corporate wellness programs employees get excited about.
If that seems easier said than done, you may want to check out Wellhub’s recent article on 11 corporate wellness trends shaping 2025 and share it with leadership. Here, we highlight three of those trends that you may not hear about often but could consider adding to your own corporate wellness program.
1. A tech-first approach to corporate wellness
According to Wellhub, one of the 11 corporate wellness trends shaping 2025 is tech-first wellness initiatives. “Offering wearable tech as an employee benefit can be a game-changer, boosting engagement and demonstrating a commitment to holistic wellness,” reports Wellhub. “But it doesn’t stop at the wrist—wellness apps are like personal trainers for both the body and mind. Whether it’s fitness challenges, meditation sessions, or hydration reminders, these tools meet employees where they are, making wellness accessible and actionable.”
How can employers get involved? You could subsidize the purchase of wearable devices, offer free app subscriptions and/or implement the use of an employee wellness platform.
2. Strength training for stronger mind and body
In 2024, strength training was the most popular fitness activity on Wellhub. How can you make strength training part of your corporate wellness program? Offering gym memberships is a great place to start, but don’t forget making fitness apps and virtual classes accessible so strength training options are easy to incorporate into busy schedules.
On-site workshops could also be provided. Perhaps a personal trainer can be brought in to conduct a class or series of classes that give employees lessons on how to safely incorporate strength training into their workouts. An additional step could be offering a sign-up sheet where employees interested in strength training could set aside time to meet at a local park and complete the workouts the personal trainer encouraged.
3. The trend toward more plant-based meal options
Plant-based foods are gaining in popularity, bolstered in part by studies that show the value of a plant-based diet (weight loss and reduced risk for certain chronic illnesses) and the availability of more plant-based meal options in restaurants and grocery stores. According to a study in 2021, 47% of Americans define themselves as “flexitarian,” which means they desire to or actively eat more meatless meals than meat-based ones.
Companies can help make plant-based options more affordable and accessible to their employees by stocking the break room with healthy plant-based snacks says Wellhub. “Think fresh fruits and veggies, raw nuts, plant-based protein bars, and dairy alternatives like oat or almond milk.” And one way to make similar foods available to remote workers, suggests Wellhub, is to consider sponsoring healthy meal kit delivery.
You can explore the 8 other corporate wellness trends Wellhub identified in this article.