ADA, Mich.—Amway Global partnered with YMCA of America to launch a new initiative—Inspire Wellness—that includes a Web site launch, free wellness events, health assessments and more. The company also released results of a national survey of more than 15,000 American adults about health and wellness. Among the top-line results:
- 93 percent of Americans are trying to make healthy choices, though 47 percent struggle to do so.
- The greatest barriers to living a healthier lifestyle: lack of time (39 percent) and the rising cost of a balanced diet (21 percent).
- Getting enough exercise, getting enough sleep and maintaining a well-balanced diet were the top three wellness challenges.
- 42 percent of Americans report the economy is having a negative impact on their wellness
- Women’s health decisions are more affected by the economy than men’s (44 percent vs. 40 percent, respectively).
- Two in five Americans (40 percent) have a “very” or “somewhat” high stress level.
Steve Lieberman, managing director, Amway Global, noted: “Wellness isn’t just about the scale, it’s about a holistic approach—from getting adequate sleep and exercise to reducing stress and eating a balanced diet.”
As part of the Inspire Wellness program, Amway is helping host free wellness events at 100 select YMCAs on Sept. 20. Consumers can also go online to take the Stanford Health & Lifestyle Assessment about wellness choices.