The study aims to develop an intervention to improve workers' energy balance related lifestyle behaviours (EBRB) to prevent overweight and to improve work engagement and subsequently evaluate the intervention developed.
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Brief title
Condition
- Other condition
Synonym
Health condition
overgewicht en bevlogenheid
Research involving
Sponsors and support
Intervention
Outcome measures
Primary outcome
Energy balance related behaviours:
- physical activity
- fruit and vegetable intake
- sedentary behaviour
Work engagement
Secondary outcome
- mental health
- vitality
- general health perceptions
- BMI
- Waist circumference
- Absenteism en Presenteism
- Need for recovery
- Cost effectiveness
Background summary
Prevalence of overweight has increased dramatically over the last few decades.
It is an important threat for the health of the working population. Overweight
has negative effects on health and is also associated with numerous negavitive
business-related outcomes. Prevention of overweight is beneficial for both
employee and employer, Next to overweight, the concept of work engagement has
become more known over the last few years. As it is associated with numerous
positives outcomes, for employee as well as for employer, it is a relevant
concept to stimulate amongt employees.
Study objective
The study aims to develop an intervention to improve workers' energy balance
related lifestyle behaviours (EBRB) to prevent overweight and to improve work
engagement and subsequently evaluate the intervention developed.
Study design
This study consists of the development and evaluation of an intervention aimed
at improving EBRB and work engagement. The intervention will be evaluated in a
randomised control trial (RCT). Participants will be measured at baseline (T0),
after 6 months (T1) and after 12 months (T2). The intervention program will be
offered to participants in the intervention group. Participants in the control
group will be offered usual care (which is extra promoted).
Intervention
The intervention consists of a incompany mindfulness training, followed by
E-coaching. Additionally supporting tools such as fruit, a buddy-system and
routes for lunch walking will be offered to the participants in the
intervention group.
Study burden and risks
To the best of our knowledge, no risks are associated with participation.
Postbus 1000
1000 BA Amsterdam
Nederland
Postbus 1000
1000 BA Amsterdam
Nederland
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Inclusion criteria
- having signed an informed consent form
- working on the premises of the participating organization
Exclusion criteria
- taking sick leave for more than four weeks at the moment of inclusion
Design
Recruitment
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In other registers
| Register | ID |
|---|---|
| CCMO | NL31149.029.09 |