Analysis of Higher Education Employee Exercise Behaviors

Autor/in	Linder, Michele
Titel	Analysis of Higher Education Employee Exercise Behaviors
Quelle	(2009), (187 Seiten) PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit Ph.D. Dissertation, The University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Monographie
ISBN	978-1-1095-2427-7
Schlagwörter	Hochschulschrift; Dissertation; Higher Education; Obesity; Exercise; Employees; Wellness; Quality of Life; Program Implementation; Adults; Health Services; United States + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Thesis; Dissertations; Academic thesis; Hochschulbildung; Hochschulsystem; Hochschulwesen; Adipositas; Übung; Employee; Arbeitnehmer; Beschäftigter; Well being; Well-being; Wohlbefinden; Lebensqualität; Health service; Gesundheitsdienst; Gesundheitswesen; USA
Abstract	With the introduction of technology into our daily lives, the need for physical exertion has decreased, which has led to an increase in sedentary lifestyles. Sedentary lifestyles lead to the state of obesity, and nearly two-thirds of the Unites States' adult population is considered overweight or obese. This has resulted in a reduced quality of life, adverse health effects that strain the health care system, and tension on the financial condition of American companies. Current literature indicates that organizations that had implemented exercise or wellness programs reported healthier and more productive employees, an improved morale within the company, and significant savings per dollar spent on the exercise/wellness program. The intent of this study was to provide an argument for the implementation of exercise programs into the higher education environment. Data were gathered from a variety of organizations regarding the personal and organizational benefits of such program implementation, and primary research was conducted to study the exercise behaviors of higher education employees at a small Midwestern university. Data indicated that most employees at the small Midwestern University who responded did not receive the recommended weekly exercise. The employees who reported exercise participation did so for the mental/emotional benefits, as well as to improve appearance and weight management. Employees experienced barriers including lack of time and lack of employer support. Nearly 60% of most employees believed the institution should implement an exercise program. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.] (As Provided).
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Update	2017/4/10