Since energy cannot be reserved for later, we need to learn how to manage it daily. Not all physical activities are equivalent in terms of energy expended and associated health benefits. So here are the differences between energizing and energy-consuming activities:
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5 reasons to invest in ergonomics
If you’re an organisation manager, you may be wondering why you should invest in ergonomics? The benefits are numerous, and the impact is tangible and immediate. At Olympe, we’ve been working for decades with companies that want to maximise their employees’ workstations, and we can measure the effects. Read more
Ready to hit the slopes?
Gone are the days of November… there’s finally snow! Many people are looking forward to hitting the slopes at our alpine and cross-country ski centres. Then there’s snowshoeing, which is already very popular, and the number of trails is increasing all the time. What all these activities have in common is that they put a lot of strain on the lower body, and it’s a good idea to get properly prepared before hitting the slopes and trails. Here’s some advice:
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Psychosocial risks at work: multiple solutions
More than ever, the issue of psychosocial risks is at the heart of organisational concerns. Organisations are now making considerable efforts to act upstream, with the help of trained specialists. For example, at our firm, Olympe, we have set up a range of services specifically linked to mental health prevention and promotion. Our services give organisations a better understanding of psychosocial risk factors, so that they can take early action to protect the psychological health of their workers. There are numerous solutions to mitigate psychosocial risks at work.
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Tips for balancing work, family, and sport
Work-life balance has been in the news for years. But at Olympe, we believe in adding the physical activity dimension to the equation, to achieve an optimal balance aimed at physical and mental well-being.
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Bright ideas for lack of light
Autumn is a season of shorter days and less light. This can have a negative impact on morale, health, and productivity at work. Fortunately, there are solutions to counter the lack of light in autumn and make the most of this time of year.
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Seniors’ health: it’s never too late to take charge
October 1 is the International Day of Older Persons. This celebratory date inspired us to talk about the health of our elders, because it’s never too late to take preventive action. Ageing may be a natural and inescapable phenomenon over which we have no control, but everyone can adopt healthy habits for healthy ageing.
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Autumn a good season for health
Let’s face it, we’re leaving behind a very curious summer. We’ve had it all. Smog from forest fires, windstorms, cold, lots of rain, a heatwave, and record-breaking temperatures in the middle of September. And according to climate change experts, we haven’t seen the last of it… In short, we can’t wait for autumn! A magnificent season that offers many benefits for both physical and mental health.
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Alternatives to the terrace
What could be more pleasant when summer sets in than sipping a drink on a terrace, surrounded by good friends? Unlike in countries where winter doesn’t exist, the opening of terraces here is almost a ritual, an event that marks the start of summer and vacations.
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Swimming: good for the body, morale and survival !
There’s no end to the praise – and with good reason – for the benefits of swimming, a universal sport practised everywhere, by everyone, extend back to the early ages. Some Egyptian frescoes show that humans were practising a form of swimming over 6,000 years ago!
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