Assessment of the physical fitness status of College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) employees: A 30-Day fitness program toward improved well-being and workplace productivity
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https://doi.org/10.56294/saludcyt20262607Keywords:
workplace wellness, physical fitness, employee well-being, BMI, sustainable development goalsAbstract
Introduction: employee wellness has become essential to institutional productivity and sustainability. This study assessed the physical fitness status of College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) employees and evaluated the effect of a 30-day workplace fitness program on their body mass index (BMI). It aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3, 8, and 10, emphasizing health, decent work, and reduced inequalities.
Methods: a quantitative research utilized descreptive design was used, involving 35 randomly selected CAS faculty members who participated in a structured 30-day fitness program consisting of group exercises, aerobic sessions, and wellness workshops. Data on demographic profiles and pre- and post-program BMI were collected through a validated questionnaire. Descriptive statistics summarized participants’ characteristics, while a paired sample t-test determined significant differences between pre- and post-program BMI results at a 0.05 significance level.
Results: findings revealed that most participants (57.14 %), had a normal BMI before and after the intervention. Statistical analysis showed no significant difference between pre- and post-program BMI (t(34) = -0.42, p = 0.676). The short intervention duration and varying participation intensity likely contributed to the absence of measurable anthropometric change. However, the program was valuable in promoting health awareness and fostering a culture of wellness within the academic workplace.
Conclusions: although the 30-day program did not significantly alter BMI, it offered key insights into the design of effective wellness initiatives. Extending program duration, integrating nutrition and behavioral components, and assessing broader health indicators are recommended to enhance outcomes and support sustainable employee well-being.
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