3 min

The Benchmark Report: How Your Wellness Habits Compare to Thousands of YuMuuv Users

YuMuuv’s benchmark data shows the “average user” takes about 7,300 steps and logs 50–55 exercise minutes per day, with men doing slightly more structured activity while women edge ahead on step counts. Device choice matters—performance wearables (Polar, Suunto, Garmin, Fitbit) report higher steps than phone-only sources, so differences aren’t only about behavior. When grouped into GMT bands, time-zone medians show clear variation, with GMT+3 users topping steps and GMT+0 users leading in exercise minutes.
6 min

Stay Healthy: Avoiding Autumn Sickness

Autumn brings shorter days and a spike in colds, flu-like bugs, and allergies, but simple daily habits can keep you healthier. Clean hands, quality sleep, consistent movement, and cleaner indoor air all reduce the risk of illness while boosting energy and focus. By layering these strategies, you’ll enjoy the season without being sidelined by sickness.
9 min

10 Hacks to Stay Active Even When the Days Get Shorter

Short days can sap motivation, but your activity doesn’t have to dip. This guide delivers 10 science‑backed, low‑friction tactics—daylight walks, movement snacks, strength circuits, and social accountability—to keep you moving safely. Use the 30‑day plan, habit‑stacking cues, and gear tips to stay energized, consistent, and resilient all season.
6 min

The Science of Reset: Why Autumn Is the Best Season for Habit‑Building

Three-Sentence Summary This guide leverages the "fresh-start effect" of the autumn season to help HR leaders design a work environment that fosters healthier, more sustainable habits without launching formal programs. It focuses on using simple interventions—such as setting calendar defaults, creating clear environmental cues, and encouraging "If-Then" plans—to reduce friction and make positive behaviors easier for employees. The goal is to build a culture of small, consistent habits that lead to better well-being and productivity throughout the busiest months of the year.

From Sun to Screens: HR’s End‑of‑August Playbook for an Energized Autumn

This guide for HR and people leaders outlines a strategy for a smooth transition from summer to fall by designing a healthier, more focused work rhythm. It recommends a series of small, practical adjustments—like shorter meetings, designated focus windows, and encouraging daylight exposure—to help employees and teams feel more energized and effective. The approach is about implementing sustainable, science-backed habits rather than launching complex new programs, aiming to make work more humane and productive for everyone.

Last Days of August: Still Time to Launch a Successful Autumn Wellness Challenge

Launch a successful autumn wellness challenge in late August by leveraging the "fresh start" psychology of September, using a simple metric like active minutes, and ensuring frictionless onboarding with tools like YuMuuv. A 48-hour plan with clear communication, inclusive scoring, and frequent recognition can drive 30–50% participation and sustained engagement. Convert September momentum into a Q4 wellness arc with minimal admin time, focusing on consistency, team collaboration, and measurable outcomes.
3 min

How Blue Sky Bank Scaled Its Wellness Program with YuMuuv

Blue Sky Bank transitioned its manual wellness program to YuMuuv, boosting participation and adding fun, real-time engagement through synced step tracking and team-based challenges. Their Be Well program now integrates challenges like sleep, hydration, and kindness alongside local 5K events and PTO incentives. With simplified admin, responsive support, and annual rewards, the bank has embedded wellness into its workplace culture.
2 min

How Qualifacts Boosted Employee Wellness with YuMuuv

Qualifacts, a behavioral health software provider, launched its first global wellness challenge using YuMuuv to foster engagement across four countries. With 43% employee participation and a 93% favorability rating, the initiative delivered measurable improvements in energy, mood, and fitness. Strategic design, executive sponsorship, and raffle-based rewards helped embed sustainable movement habits across the organization.
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