BRAC Bank has launched another facility to its people by setting up a gymnasium at the bank’s head office.
The bank’s Managing Director and CEO Selim R. F. Hussain formally inaugurated the gymtitled ‘Fitness Zone’ on Sunday (December 19, 2021).
M Masud Rana FCA, Deputy Managing Director & CFO; Md. Sabbir Hossain, Deputy Managing Director & COO; Akhteruddin Mahmood, Head of Human Resources;and Brigadier General (Retd) TusharKanti Chakma, Head of General Services, attended the programme. Other members of the senior management were also present.
The purpose of putting up the gym is to help the bank’s human resources take care of their health. The gym has been introduced at a time when the whole world has started to rethink about healthcare.
A fitness zone at the workplace brings ample health benefits particularly for the bankers, as their job requires them to stay in office for a longer period.
About the initiative, Selim R. F. Hussain said: “The best aspect of life that we can offer to our people is the realization of taking care of their own health. At BRAC Bank, we would like to make health and wellbeing a priority. A gym in the workplace also strengthens team bonding. We believe investment of time in the gym will provide health dividend to a large extent. The bank will continue to explore new facilities for its people, “said a press release.
Health experts say workout improves creativity and quick learning process, sharpens memory and augment concentration, the vital qualities needed for workplace performance and career development. Workouts also boost body and soul and relieve stress ensuring energy to life.
BRAC Bank has employed a full time trainer who will guide its people regarding their workout routine. Separate time slots have been fixed for the male and female co-workers prior and after office duty.
As a caring workplace, the bank also provides facilities for indoor games, daycare centre, canteen, library, health insurance and commuting facilities for its people as well.
