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  • Behavioral Science
  • Public Health

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  • Workplace stress significantly impacts employee well-being and productivity.
  • Physical activity interventions show promise for reducing occupational stress.
  • Further research with detailed intervention descriptions is needed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To synthesize the effects of physical activity interventions on employee work stress.
  • To analyze studies published between 2019 and 2024.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review following PRISMA guidelines.
  • Quality assessment using Cochrane's Risk of Bias tools.
  • Meta-analysis conducted using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis software.

Main Results:

  • Interventions included aerobic training, resistance training, holistic movement, and sports.
  • A small negative correlation was found between physical activity and stress (d = -0.24).
  • High heterogeneity (I² = 98%) indicated significant variation across studies.

Conclusions:

  • Physical activity programs have the potential to improve employee resilience and well-being.
  • Tailored and sustainable interventions are key for maximizing impact.
  • Integrating physical activity into workplace wellness strategies is recommended.