The loss of muscle mass and strength due to increasing age and lack of physical activity create a true risk factor in the workplace today. Individuals who fall into this category are at risk for injury, disease loss of functionality, reduced capability of being active and increased body weight.
Consider what impact loss of strength has on your workforce:
- Increased medical and disability claims
- Decreased ability to efficiently and safely perform a job
- Increased lost-time
- Decreased daily functionality
This means 50% of workers are at Moderate or High Risk for developing one or more of the following:
- Injury on the job or at home
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Type II Diabetes