Well Workplaces Ep125 - The Corporate Athlete with Olly Bridge
In today's episode, Tom chats with Olly Bridge, a visionary leader in athletic and corporate health sectors, and co-founder of Essentio Health. They discuss the importance of treating employees as 'corporate athletes' and the necessity of a holistic approach to wellness, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health.
Olly highlights his methodology that combines the latest in health assessments, including DNA testing, sleep analysis, and functional movement screenings to create personalised wellness plans for executives.
The discussion also touches on common health challenges faced by executives, such as sleep deprivation and stress management, and provides practical, evidence-based strategies for improving wellbeing. Additionally, the conversation explores the future of workplace wellness, emphasising the value of simple, foundational health practices and the potential impact of technological advances in enhancing health and performance.
00:00 Introduction to Well Workplaces Podcast
01:09 Meet Olly Bridge: A Visionary in Athletic and Corporate Wellness
02:45 The Genesis and Mission of Essentio Health
06:09 The Three-Legged Stool of Wellbeing: Activity, Nutrition, Recovery
24:45 Deep Dive into Sleep and Recovery Strategies
31:29 Looking Ahead: The Future of Health and Performance