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What if you could improve your cardiovascular fitness by simply sleeping? With so much data being collected through smart devices, it feels like we are not quite connecting all the dots to improve our performance and longevity (especially cardiovascular measures). Rico Rogers is an ex-professional cyclist, who is dedicated to creating innovative altitude sleep solutions for people looking to gain the performance edge. Rico's amazing clients have recently seen success in the Tokyo Olympics, the Tour de France and we will discuss all things altitude and sleep. We have an in-depth about the science of altitude, how everyday people can use data to measure and track their performance and, finally, the future applications of altitude (hint: imagine booking a hotel altitude room in the future). Do you have a burning question about altitude science and the future of sleep? Check out Box Altitude About Well Workplaces Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today Connect with well workplaces on Linkedin 

Small and Medium (SMEs) sized businesses are under the pump right now in Australia.  With the small business community employing lots of Australians in various sectors, it is so important for the SME owners and employees are remaining in a good state of health and wellbeing.  I know people are reluctant to speak to lawyers, especially when under stress and financial pressure, but the value of great advice is underrated. In this episode, Tom Bosna and Katie Richards talk about: Katie's expertise as a commercial lawyer and her passion for accessible legal help being a human right How legal issues impact people's personal wellbeing and their performance at work How access to legal help could fit into the current employee wellbeing support framework The top stressors at the moment for employees and employers The rapidly changing workplace and considerations for employees and employers to manage risks About Katie Richards Entrepreneur, Lawyer, Educator and Innovator. Katie is a commercial solicitor passionate about systematisation and efficiency. As a previous commercial legal advisor to corporations like Domino's Pizza, National Australia Bank, GE Mining and Ecowash Mobile both in Australia and in the USA, Europe and Middle East, Katie's legal experience spans a variety of commercial matters and her ability to identify issues and opportunities, strategize a cost-considered and risk-mitigated approach and execute has been finely tuned. Having transacted in culturally sensitive environments, Katie is experienced in providing advice on commercial contracts which is socially considerate. As a strong advocate for the provision of access to legal services Australia-wide regardless of financial position or geographical location, Katie set about the establishment of Virtual Legal, driving a high-energy team of lawyers to provide standard legal services through an online platform allowing clients to have legal work done without leaving their home or office. The use of the latest technology and systematisation of all processes within the corporation has given Katie's team the ability to charge only competitive fixed fees for residential conveyancing, commercial conveyancing, retail leasing, commercial leasing, business sales, business purchases, buying franchises, selling franchises, setting up franchises, wills and estates services, drafting agreements for small businesses (i.e. employment agreements, privacy policies, terms and conditions, supply agreements and several other commercial agreements) and setting up new companies and trusts. Check out Law on Earth About Well Workplaces Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin 

Employee wellbeing during lockdown is a double-edged sword. With employers and employees feeling a sense of déjà vu with 2021 lockdowns in Melbourne and Sydney. It goes without saying that wellbeing has never been more important in our lives. In the current climate, it seems organisations are toggling between reactive wellbeing strategies and initiatives versus planning ahead with an eye on the future. In this episode Tom speaks for the first time with Josh Lambert, Director of Pinnacle Health Group to speak about: What are the common themes and issues right now for his clients? What are some of the employee wellbeing initiatives that are working right now? Some of the great leadership examples at the moment in large and SME clients About Josh Lambert Josh has over 10 years experience in the health industry, leading health and wellness change for both government and corporate organisations. Josh works alongside key stakeholders at Australia's largest companies and urban developments, to design and build on-site wellness centres, and improve the engagement of employees or tenants. An MBA graduate, Josh is passionate about highlighting the return on investment, and vast productivity benefits achieved in a "well" workplace. Josh is the Director of Pinnacle Health Group and Co-Founder of Well Workplaces. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace Wellbeing test today About Well Workplaces Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today Connect with well workplaces on Linkedin or Join the community for exclusive events here

How long have you been sitting there? Another day of back-to-back Zoom calls with little time for movement breaks? We know this sedentary behaviour often leads to fatigue, disengagement, low mood, lack of focus and an uncomfortable, aching body – all of which can be very costly. In this episode, Tom speaks with the inspiring Lizzy Williamson, Founder of Two Minute Moves to talk: Lizzy's experience with post-natal depression and how she used nostalgia and movement to help her re-establish a self care routine The science and art of a well-crafted movement break Step-by-step breakdown on how to create a micro-break movement in your working day The step-by-step requirements to set up a sustainable habit of movement The future of workplace events  About Lizzy Williamson Dubbed by the US media as ‘the excuse-buster from Down-Under’, and as the founder of Two Minute Moves, I’m on a mission to help people integrate little moments of movement in their day to transform the way they work and feel. Two Minute Moves came about from my experience of finding exercise and self-care almost impossible to do when I had post-natal depression. I couldn’t find the motivation, the time, the energy, in fact, it was the last thing I felt like doing. But what I discovered saved and changed my life. I made a decision that might not have felt like like much, but, in fact, made a big difference. Now, with over fifteen years of experience, as a fitness presenter and personal trainer, plus the regular fitness expert on Australian television, I share my Two Minute Moves with companies, conferences and individuals around the world to help people discover the transformation a little moment of movement can make. Lizzy is a certified Personal Trainer, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Presenter, Speaker and contributor to MindBodyGreen, The BubHub, BellaMumma and more. Her workouts have been featured in Lorna Jane's YouTube channel, news.com.au plus many other fabulous online publications, programs and blogs. Her 2 Minute Workouts get sent each week for free to thousands of women who have become part of her community. She has been up on stage speaking and getting audiences off their chairs and moving at Mindd, IIN, Mum Society and more. Check out her book About Well Workplaces Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Is your workplace fit for the hybrid workplace? Take the Thriving Workplace test today Connect with well workplaces on Linkedin 

Sleep matters when it comes to physical recovery, mental clarity and overall brain function and performance. We know that approximately 40% of employees have sleep issues right now (that *is* a scary statistic!).  We would assume this might be related to children or stress related right now? In episode 22, Natalie McCann and Tom Bosna discuss: Natalie's experience with Chronic insomina Top tips for achieving optimal sleep hygiene How workplace policy could help bring more attention to the value of self-care and rest.  About Natalie  After experiencing chronic insomnia for decades, Natalie transformed her life and career from stressed out, chronically exhausted corporate project manager to calm, centered and focused Executive Sleep Coach With a strong understanding of the stress and lifestyle of the corporate leader, she has developed a sincere passion to help others become the best version of themselves working with the foundation of sleep to reduce stress and in turn optimise performance. About us Well Workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Connect with Well Workplaces on Linkedin 

Is life feeling a bit dull at the moment? 2021 and lockdowns not on your vision board, right? Join Dr. Natalie Flatt Ph.D and I as we talk through the concept of Languishing. That feeling where you are just a bit, meh! In episode 22 and on the livestream, Tom asks Dr Natalie Flatt What is Languishing mean when it comes to mental health? Languishing and mental health diagnosis The correlation between languishing and depression What are the key drivers of us feeling this way at the moment in 2021 How can we move from languishing to flourishing and check in with ourselves. Connect with host Tom Bosna on Linkedin About Dr Natalie Flatt and Connect Psych services About us: Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Connect with well workplaces on Linkedin 

With hybrid working and work from anywhere policies starting to take shape their is no better time for workplaces and landlords to reinvigorate the physical environment. In this linkedin live episode 20, I'm excited to talk with Jerry Kennard, CEO of Evoke Projects about the latest trends in workplacedesign, fit-out and how workplaces are adapting to promote healthier spaces. Jerry and Tom discuss: The key trends in the office fitout market in 2021 How clients are adapting with hybrid working  Where wellbeing and office fitouts come together  WELL Building standards - a practical guide to use  To connect with Jerry Kennard About Evoke Projects www.evokeprojects.com.au About us: Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Connect with well workplaces on Linkedin 

Is their anything better than a workplace challenge to stoke friendly competition and social engagement at work? PUML is a very clever start up health technology business that has honed in on one of the most important aspects of life: movement, fun and social engagement. In Episode 19, Tom Bosna speaks with Damien King who is the CEO and Founder of PUML. The discussion focuses on: How Damien has taken his career from technology and landed in the boutique world of corporate wellness Why PUML was created and how technology can be used to create healthy change How gamification actually works and the design nuances of PUML  Why the workplace is a great place to start when looking to create healthy change. If you would like to learn more about PUML head across to https://puml.io or connect with Damien King on Linkedin. 

How do we live our best and healthiest life? We all know we should eat right, move regularly and look after our mental wellbeing.  The big question is how do we turn this into daily action, ritual and positive mindset. In Episode 18, we are lucky enough to have one of Australia's leading Corporate Wellness Speakers Bec Mitchell In this episode Bec and Tom discuss: How Bec fell into Physiotherapy and found her passion in speaking and educating corporate clients across Australia How an unfortunate car accident lead to Bec becoming a more active, healthier and happier person  The morning ritual that will set you up for a thriving day The key issues in the workplace right now and some strategies for companies to work through How the focus on employee wellbeing has been a silver lining for 2020/21 The value of human connection and relationships in the evolving workplace model About Bec Mitchell ‘How do we live our best life?’ This question led me to first gain my Bachelors Degree in Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne in 2010, and now to completing my Masters in Psychology and Neuroscience. For the first 7 years of my career as a Physiotherapist I was fortunate enough to learn the importance of evidence-based medicine as I worked alongside some of Australia’s top surgeons, sports doctors, dietitians and physios at Olympic Park Sports Medicine. But still the existential questions continued to burn inside me… so I went on to do further study in meditation teaching, nutrition and psychology. And what I learnt through my personal experience and my studies is this: Exercise and eating well isn’t just for athletes, and 6 packs are the least exciting benefit they offer. Evidence-based wellbeing helps us think clearer, be more creative, focus more effectively, enhances our mood, and allows us to give more to the world. And isn’t that what life is about? So now I work with wonderful organisations like CBA, Westpac, EY, General Assembly and The Australian Army to help spread this message. My aim is to help people like you access the science of healthy habits so you can use your brain to it’s full ability, and maybe even get a little happier along the way. Check out Bec's website on www.becmitchell.com or connect with her on Instagram and Linkedin  About us: Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Connect with well workplaces on Linkedin 

How would you design a workplace if you had the (benefit?) of Covid-19 hindsight and this new hybrid work flow we are all in right now? In episode 17, Josh Lambert interviews Graeme Scannell who is the Head of Workplace Experience at MYOB. Graeme was in charge of designing the amazing new digs for the MYOB team at their state-of-the-art Melbourne HQ, which was able to be adapted and modified through rapid change due to Covid-19. Graeme talks to Josh about his passion for workplace design, the need for flexibility and adaptability of the workplace to suit all employees, and the linkage between workplace design and our overall wellbeing. And of course, the podcast is packed with insights into the role of the workplace, as we slowly but surely start to fill up office buildings and work environments across the globe - albeit working in a different and more digitally-inclusive way. We hope you get a bit out of this session, and subscribe to our podcast to get access to more industry leaders such as Graeme. Connect with hosts Tom Bosna and Josh Lambert and we would love your feedback so please rate us on Apple podcast so we can be of service to you. About us: Well workplaces is a movement by Pinnacle Health Group and our vision is for a world where workplaces lead and create healthier communities. Well Workplaces podcast has been designed to create genuine wellbeing conversations in the workplace and share expert knowledge in practical ways. Connect with well workplaces on Linkedin