Improvements in body composition, functional capacity, and cardiovascular fitness
Results of a workplace wellness program in the United Arab Emirates
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 13129837 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Emad Masuadi (0000-0002-7360-7693, United Arab Emirates University), Alshafi Mohammad (Office of Education), Salma Al Hosani (Abu Dhabi Health Services), Erik Koornneef (0000-0002-3224-6860, United Arab Emirates University), Javaid Nauman (0000-0003-1347-2448, United Arab Emirates University, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Volume | 8 |
| Pages | 1726817-1726817 |
| Publication date | 2026-03-23 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 2624-9367 • E-ISSN: 2624-9367 |
| Publisher | Frontiers Media (PUBLISHER • CH) |
| DOI | 10.3389/fspor.2026.1726817 |
| PMID | 41947930 |
| OpenAlex | W7140147458 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 65 |
Our findings show significant improvements in anthropometry, functional movement scores, and selected parameters of cardiovascular fitness associated with workplace wellness program. These results contribute important preliminary data for the UAE healthcare workforce, and suggest that incorporating workplace interventions into organizational health policies could play a crucial role in improving employee health
Anthropometry · Baseline (sea · Blood pressure · Body mass index · Intervention (counseling · Physical activity · Psychological intervention · Waist · Cardiovascular and exercise physiology · Physical Activity and Health · Workplace Health and Well-being
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