Did you know that in the U.S. many employers pay for your Gym Membership?!Does your employer offer an Employee Health/Wellness Program?

According to the CDC, In 2019, 84% of large employers (200 or more workers) offering health benefits offered a workplace wellness program, such as those to help people lose weight, stop smoking or provide lifestyle and behavioral coaching. 

Our Client Advocate- Yvette Sanchez did some research and got her Gym Membership paid for along with an Apple watch courtesy of her employer.  You can too!

Check with HR, this benefit is a usual of large employers (200 or more workers). Doesn’t hurt to ask… Here’s the next steps.

How to get help paying your Gym membership:

• Ask HR if your company has an Employee Wellness Program 
• If they say “Yes”, ask for details & requirements.
• Then get with The Sweat Shop for documentation requirements to submit to your workplace.
• Yvette’s company provided a set dollar amount & she was able to submit reimbursement for a full-year gym membership, fitness equipment, and even gym shoes. 
• Remember to research your benefits. Look under wellness reimbursement or ask/visit with HR.