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Why hire a health coach? It cuts costs, keeps employees healthy

October 31, 2019

Are wellness programs or health risk assessments enough to help employees get healthier, or should more companies hire a health coach to drive participation and achieve company goals?

More and more companies are experimenting with hiring health coaches to encourage engagement in wellness programs. This also helps employees stay on track with their health goals.

And it’ll save your company money too. Employees who work with health coaches gain 70% less weight. They also save employers, on average, $586 a year, according to a Health Fitness study.

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