Dallas, October 9, 2025
News Summary
As concerns grow over performance and retention, C-suite executives are placing a greater emphasis on health and wellness practices. With reports indicating that 75% of leaders have considered leaving their roles due to wellness neglect, strategies to support personal and organizational wellness are increasingly prevalent. From dedicated fitness routines to wellness tourism, leaders are implementing various modalities to enhance both their personal health and organizational outcomes.
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Executives place health and wellness at the top of the agenda amid concern for performance and retention
Many C-suite leaders are prioritizing health and wellness despite their busy schedules. Companies and executives cite clear links between leader well-being and business outcomes: A healthy, energized CEO can improve decision-making and employee retention. Industry data underscore the scale of the problem, with 75% of C-suite leaders have contemplated leaving their roles due to a lack of focus on well-being.
What leaders are doing now
North Texas and national executives are adopting a variety of personal and organizational strategies to safeguard health. Individual routines range from structured high-intensity training to martial arts and restorative therapies. Examples from business leaders include:
- Arcilia Acosta of CARCON Industries emphasizes training five days a week, focusing on high-intensity workouts, boxing, and MMA.
- Acosta integrates a sauna and cold plunge into his home wellness routine and commits to prioritizing sleep.
- Gabby Everett of BioLabs takes Krav Maga classes for fitness, blending physical health with mental wellness practices like quiet time.
- Everett actively promotes team wellness at her organization, emphasizing mental health discussions and initiatives.
- Michael Sorrell of Paul Quinn College recalls his background as a college athlete and adapts a flexible exercise routine around his busy schedule.
- Sorrell emphasizes the importance of regular medical checkups, inspired by a past health scare.
Other modalities in circulation include sound therapy, acupuncture, and structured recovery protocols. Executives reported building dedicated spaces at home to support regular practice and recovery.
Organized offerings and travel
Wellness tourism and destination programs are adapting to executive demand. Canyon Ranch’s Longevity8 program has gained popularity among executives, providing a comprehensive approach to wellness beyond just fitness. The resort industry is responding with more specialized options: The resort plans to introduce new programs focusing on burnout and women’s wellness, reflecting the demographic shift in its clientele.
Alongside destination stays, there is a move toward measurable, data-driven solutions that allow busy leaders to track progress and justify time spent on wellness.
Home and workplace changes
Executives are adapting living and work environments to support well-being. Wellness rooms at home are becoming common, designed for self-care and relaxation. Recent homeowner trends include creating multifunctional spaces for fitness, music, and meditation. At the same time, firms are experimenting with shared experiences; the concept of shared wellness experiences is emerging, with social spas gaining popularity in cities across the U.S.
Why this matters to organizations
Organizations cite improved decision-making, lowered turnover risk, and stronger leadership resilience as reasons to invest in executive well-being. Executives themselves are seeking meaningful practices that fit irregular schedules and produce measurable results: Executives are increasingly seeking data-driven wellness solutions, with a desire for meaningful practices that can be tracked.
Key trends to watch
- Integration of high-intensity and restorative practices — combining exercise with recovery tools like saunas and cold plunges.
- Team-level wellness programs — promoting mental health discussions and formal initiatives across organizations.
- Wellness tourism and destination programs — executive-focused offerings and longevity programs gaining traction.
- Home-based wellness infrastructure — multifunctional rooms for fitness, meditation and creative practices.
- Data and measurement — preference for trackable approaches that demonstrate impact.
FAQ
Q: How widespread is executive concern about well-being?
A: 75% of C-suite leaders have contemplated leaving their roles due to a lack of focus on well-being.
Q: What are some examples of executive fitness and wellness routines?
A: Arcilia Acosta of CARCON Industries emphasizes training five days a week, focusing on high-intensity workouts, boxing, and MMA. Acosta integrates a sauna and cold plunge into his home wellness routine and commits to prioritizing sleep. Gabby Everett of BioLabs takes Krav Maga classes for fitness, blending physical health with mental wellness practices like quiet time. Everett actively promotes team wellness at her organization, emphasizing mental health discussions and initiatives. Michael Sorrell of Paul Quinn College recalls his background as a college athlete and adapts a flexible exercise routine around his busy schedule. Sorrell emphasizes the importance of regular medical checkups, inspired by a past health scare.
Q: Are executives using destination wellness programs?
A: There’s a growing trend of wellness tourism, with executives opting for vacations that emphasize health and longevity. Canyon Ranch’s Longevity8 program has gained popularity among executives, providing a comprehensive approach to wellness beyond just fitness. The resort plans to introduce new programs focusing on burnout and women’s wellness, reflecting the demographic shift in its clientele.
Q: What home and workplace changes support executive wellness?
A: Wellness rooms at home are becoming common, designed for self-care and relaxation. Recent homeowner trends include creating multifunctional spaces for fitness, music, and meditation. The concept of shared wellness experiences is emerging, with social spas gaining popularity in cities across the U.S. Executives are increasingly seeking data-driven wellness solutions, with a desire for meaningful practices that can be tracked.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Personal fitness routines | High-intensity workouts, martial arts, flexible schedules (examples include boxing, MMA, Krav Maga) |
| Recovery and rest | Sauna, cold plunge, prioritizing sleep and regular medical checkups |
| Workplace wellness | Team mental health discussions, organizational initiatives, shared experience programs |
| Wellness travel | Wellness tourism and destination programs focused on longevity and burnout recovery |
| Home wellness | Wellness rooms and multifunctional spaces for fitness, music, and meditation |
| Data-driven solutions | Trackable practices and measurable programs to fit executive schedules |
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Additional Resources
- D Magazine: Fit to Lead: DFW Executives Share Their Fitness Strategies
- Fortune: Canyon Ranch Wellness Travel for Alpha Executives
- Business Wire: AdvoCare CEO Christina Helwig Recognized as C-Suite Leader
- Fort Worth Inc: Fort Worth Based Elevate Credit
- Dallas News: Wellness Rooms Are Claiming Space in Many Homes
- Wikipedia: Wellness
- Google Search: Executive Wellness Trends
- Google Scholar: Executive Wellness
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Wellness
- Google News: Executive Health and Wellness
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