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Keep fit for nursing.

Carol Davis

    Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
    |August 1, 2006
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    Overweight National Health Service (NHS) staff participated in a new exercise program. Nurses collaborated with the Territorial Army to improve physical fitness.

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Occupational Health
    • Exercise Science

    Background:

    • Rising rates of overweight staff within the National Health Service (NHS) pose significant health and operational challenges.
    • The need for innovative, accessible, and engaging wellness initiatives in healthcare settings is critical.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To address the prevalence of overweight staff in an NHS trust by implementing a novel exercise program.
    • To explore the feasibility and impact of inter-organizational collaboration in promoting staff fitness.

    Main Methods:

    • A chief executive initiated an exercise program in response to concerns about staff weight.
    • Nurses engaged in physical training activities in partnership with the Territorial Army.

    Main Results:

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    • The program facilitated active participation of nursing staff in structured exercise.
    • Collaboration with the Territorial Army provided a unique platform for fitness engagement.

    Conclusions:

    • Community-based exercise programs can be effectively implemented within healthcare organizations.
    • Partnerships with external organizations like the Territorial Army can enhance the reach and impact of staff wellness initiatives.