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Using the EPIS Framework to Implement a Physical Activity Promotion Intervention at a Large Academic Healthcare
Margaret M McCarthy1, Krista O'Neill, Judy Zhong
1From the Rory Meyers College of Nursing, New York University, New York, New York (M.M.M.); Human Resources Division, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York (K.O.); Department of Population Health Sciences, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, New York (J.Z.); Department of Population Health, New York University, New York, New York (Y.X.); Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York (S.P.H.); and Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, NYU Langone Health, New York, New York (S.P.H.).
Objectives:
This study aimed to describe the implementation of a workplace health promotion to address low levels of physical activity (PA).
Methods:
Using the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, Sustainment (EPIS) framework, we implemented and evaluated a 10-week workplace step-count challenge to promote PA. All health system employees invited to participate. Data were collected on the exploration, preparation, and implementation phases.
Results:
During exploration, we recognized inadequate PA among employees. Meetings with key personnel were held to determine details of the health promotion and obtain support. We pursued a step-count PA intervention, capitalizing on employee ownership of smartphones with accelerometers. Vendors to host the intervention were evaluated. All employees were invited to participate. Participants received weekly messages about improving PA and notifications of weekly challenges. Exit interviews provided feedback and suggestions.
Conclusions:
A workplace health promotion focused on employee PA is feasible using EPIS.
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