Analyzing the Relationship between Exercise Frequency and Stress Reduction in Working Professionals in Madrid
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https://doi.org/10.47672/ajrs.1722Keywords:
Exercise Frequency, Stress Reduction, Working Professionals, Workplace Wellness, Physical ActivityAbstract
Purpose: The aim of this study was to analyze the relationship between exercise frequency and stress reduction in working professionals in Madrid.
Materials and Methods: The study adopted a desktop research methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low-cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library.
Findings: The findings revealed that there exists a contextual and methodological gap relating to the relationship between exercise frequency and stress reduction in working professionals in Madrid. Preliminary empirical review revealed that tracking exercise habits and perceived stress levels of working professionals increased. Relationship between exercise frequency and stress reduction were found in most of the studies reviewed.
Implications on Theory, Practice and Policy: The General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) Theory, Self-Determination Theory (SDT) and Health Belief Model (HBM) may be used to anchor future studies on the relationship between exercise frequency and stress reduction in working professionals. Organizations should consider fostering a culture that promotes physical activity during work hours, such as providing designated break times for exercise or supporting workplace wellness programs. Policy initiatives could also play a pivotal role in encouraging exercise as a stress reduction strategy for working professionals. Government agencies and public health bodies could collaborate with workplaces to develop guidelines and resources that emphasize the importance of exercise frequency for stress management
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