Implementing a Physical Activity promoting program in a flex-office: A Process Evaluation with a Mixed Methods Design

Wahlström, Viktoria,1972-Umeå universitet,Avdelningen för hållbar hälsa (author)

Implementing a Physical Activity promoting program in a flex-office : A Process Evaluation with a Mixed Methods Design

Originally included in thesis in manuscript form.
The aim of this study was to investigate facilitating and hindering factors when implementing a physical activity (PA)-promoting program among office workers moving to a flex office, by conducting a process evaluation. Additionally, we evaluated self-reported and perceived PA behaviors. With a mixed methods design, analyses were based upon data from interviews with 70 employees and repeated questionnaires from 152 employees. The PA-promoting program was fully implemented and supported by management. There was a strong health promoting culture, encouraging PA in the organization already at the start of the study. The lecture and the office design were rated as the most motivating program components. The use of stairs, breaks during meetings and social acceptance for standing and walking at work increased. Employees described a strive for variation, and how managers, the office environment, productivity and ergonomic aspects influenced sedentary behavior (SB) and PA. The need for the PA-promoting program was questioned, and the timing of the program was debated. To conclude, a strong organizational health culture combined with a facilitating physical environment can create sustainable positive PA behaviors in office settings. A thorough understanding of organizational needs and a participatory process are needed to tailor organizational interventions to decrease SB.

Fjellman-Wiklund, AnncristineUmeå universitet,Avdelningen för fysioterapi(Swepub:umu)anfj0005 (author)
Harder, MetteUmeå universitet,Arkitekthögskolan vid Umeå universitet(Swepub:umu)meso0009 (author)
Slunga-Järvholm, LisbethUmeå universitet,Avdelningen för hållbar hälsa(Swepub:umu)lisl0003 (author)
Stenlund, Therese,1970-Umeå universitet,Avdelningen för fysioterapi(Swepub:umu)thestd01 (author)
Umeå universitetAvdelningen för hållbar hälsa (creator_code:org_t)

In:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health: MDPI17:11661-78271660-4601

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