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1Direction générale, centre hospitalier universitaire de Nîmes, 4, rue du Professeur-Robert-Debré, 30029 Nîmes, France.
Revue De L'Infirmiere
|October 8, 2019
Summary
Nîmes University Hospital Centre teams discovered Nordic walking during an inter-service challenge. This event promoted team cohesion and physical activity in a friendly hospital setting.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Occupational Health
- Public Health
Background:
- The Carémeau University Hospital Campus established a new fitness path.
- Promoting employee well-being and physical activity is a growing focus in healthcare settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce healthcare teams to Nordic walking.
- To foster inter-service team cohesion.
- To encourage physical activity among hospital staff.
Main Methods:
- An inter-service Nordic walking challenge was organized.
- Participants engaged in a newly inaugurated fitness path.
- The event emphasized discovery of the sport and team interaction.
Main Results:
- Healthcare teams participated in a novel sporting discipline.
- The challenge successfully promoted team cohesion across different services.
- A positive and friendly atmosphere facilitated enjoyment of physical activity.
Conclusions:
- The Nordic walking challenge effectively utilized the new fitness path.
- The event served as a successful initiative for promoting staff well-being and camaraderie.
- This model can be adapted for other healthcare institutions seeking to enhance employee engagement and health.
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