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Recognising progress and celebrating the women shaping their own path to wellbeing.
Every year on March 8, people around the world mark International Women’s Day. It’s a moment to recognise the achievements of women and reflect on progress toward equality. It can also be a useful reminder to pause and think about something that often slips down the to do list: prioritising her own wellbeing.
What is International Women’s Day?
International Women’s Day is a global moment dedicated to celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.
First recognised in the early 1900s, the day has grown into a worldwide movement observed across communities, organisations and workplaces. It’s both a celebration of progress and an opportunity to recognise the people who continue shaping change across industries and society.
Why the day exists
International Women’s Day emerged alongside major social movements advocating for women’s rights. At the time, women across many countries were campaigning for:
- Fair pay
- Safer working conditions
- Reproductive rights
- Voting rights
- Equal opportunities in education and employment
These movements helped drive many of the rights and workplace protections people benefit from today, while also laying the groundwork for the progress that continues.
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Taking the time for your own wellbeing
For many women, life is busy. Work, family, relationships, responsibilities and everything in between can make it easy to put your own wellbeing last.
International Women’s Day can be a reminder to check in with yourself, or the women around you, and make space for the things that support wellbeing and balance.
That might look like:
- Making time to move. Whether it’s a gym session, yoga class, walk or Pilates.
- Supporting your mental wellbeing through mindfulness, journaling or simply switching off for a while.
- Creating routines that work for you, not routines that feel like pressure.
- Connecting with others through a workout class, walking group or shared wellbeing goal.
The goal isn’t to do everything. It’s simply about making space for the things that help you feel your best
Women shaping the wellbeing industry
International Women’s Day is also an opportunity to recognise the women shaping the wellbeing industry.
Many of the brands with perks available through WHEREFIT have been founded or led by women who set out to make health, movement and self-care more accessible in everyday life.
For example:
- Adore Beauty, founded by Kate Morris in Melbourne, began as a small online beauty retailer and has grown into one of Australia’s most recognised beauty platforms.
- Aim’n, founded by childhood friends Tekla Acs and Helen Van, is a Swedish activewear brand created to inspire women to live active lifestyles through functional and stylish sportswear.
- JSHealth Vitamins, founded by clinical nutritionist Jessica Sepel, develops supplements and wellness products designed to support balanced health.
- Zing Wellbeing, founded by Rhian Allen, is a women’s health platform that takes a holistic approach to wellbeing through nutrition, fitness, coaching and community support.
Together, these brands reflect the growing impact women are having across the wellbeing industry.
Key takeaway
International Women’s Day is a moment to recognise the achievements of women and take a step toward prioritising wellbeing.
Her wellbeing, her way
Wellbeing looks different for everyone. For some, it’s finding a workout that fits their schedule. For others, it’s focusing on recovery, mental health or everyday habits that support balance.
That’s where WHEREFIT can help. With perks that support her way to wellbeing, members can enjoy everything from discounts on fitness studios and wellness experiences to products and services that support healthier routines.