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Development, implementation, and evaluation of a health promotion program in a college setting
1Department of Health and Physical Education, Trenton State College, New Jersey, USA.
Journal of American College Health : J of ACH
|September 1, 1995
Summary
A health promotion program improved employee wellness at a New Jersey college. The program significantly impacted high-density lipoprotein (HDL), cholesterol ratio, triglycerides, and body weight.
Area of Science:
- Health Promotion
- Occupational Health
- Exercise Science
Background:
- Employee wellness programs are crucial for organizational health.
- Campus health surveys provide a basis for targeted health interventions.
- Previous research indicates a need for effective physical fitness programs in academic settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop, implement, and evaluate a health promotion program for state college employees.
- To assess the impact of a physical fitness and exercise program with educational components.
- To identify significant changes in key health markers among program participants.
Main Methods:
- A campus health survey was used to inform program design.
- The program involved physical fitness, exercise, and educational components.
- One-way analyses of variance were used to compare experimental and control groups.
Main Results:
- Significant differences were observed between experimental and control groups.
- Key health variables showing significant changes included high-density lipoprotein (HDL), total cholesterol/HDL ratio, triglycerides, and body weight.
- The program demonstrated a positive impact on specific physiological markers.
Conclusions:
- The developed health promotion program was effective in improving employee health outcomes.
- Targeted exercise and education can lead to measurable improvements in cardiovascular health and body weight.
- This study provides a model for implementing similar programs in other academic institutions.