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Workplace exercise programs enhance employee well-being and productivity. Regular physical activity at work reduces sick leave by preventing repetitive strain injuries and improving overall quality of life.

Keywords:
RSIs/WMSDsburnout syndromeoccupational stressworkplace exercise

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Exercise Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) and work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) significantly impact worker health and company productivity.
  • Occupational stress and burnout syndrome are prevalent issues affecting employee well-being and performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and disseminate the importance of workplace exercise programs for enhancing workers' health.
  • To elucidate the benefits of exercise interventions on employee quality of life and work performance.

Main Methods:

  • A narrative review of literature was conducted.
  • Searches were performed across PubMed, SciELO, and CAPES databases.
  • Relevant books on workplace health and exercise were also consulted.

Main Results:

  • Workplace exercise directly improves workers' quality of life.
  • Implementation of exercise programs leads to a reduction in sick leave.
  • Exercise interventions decrease the incidence of RSIs/WMSDs, occupational stress, and burnout syndrome.

Conclusions:

  • Workplace exercise programs offer substantial value to both employees and employers.
  • Integrating exercise into the workplace is a beneficial strategy for improving health outcomes and operational efficiency.