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A new user's perceptions and experiences of the active workstation at work: A case study

Zylstra, Amanda Joy
http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1294532397

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2010, Master of Science in Exercise and Health Studies, Miami University, Physical Education, Health, and Sport Studies.
Levels of physical activity at work are decreasing as jobs and technology change. The active workstation is a potential solution to incorporating more physical activity into the office setting, but little is understood about the perceived experience of active workstation use. This case study used purposeful sampling to explore the perceptions and experiences of a new active workstation user at work. Data was generated using weekly interviews and were subject to inductive coding, analysis and interpretation using researcher triangulation. The main benefit was knowing she could walk at work. The main barrier experienced was a lack of perceived physical benefits. Active workstation use also required a negotiation of external influences and the logistics of walking while working. If there are few experienced benefits, active workstation users may lose motivation. Further research is needed to better understand what hinders or facilitates active workstation use.
Ronald H. Cox, PhD (Committee Co-Chair)
Rose Marie Ward, PhD (Committee Co-Chair)
Randal P. Claytor, PhD (Committee Member)
59 p.
Health; Health Sciences; Kinesiology
built environment; low intensity physical activity; sedentary workplace; active workstation

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  • Zylstra, A. J. (2010). A new user's perceptions and experiences of the active workstation at work: A case study [Master's thesis, Miami University]. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1294532397

    APA Style (7th edition)

  • Zylstra, Amanda. A new user's perceptions and experiences of the active workstation at work: A case study. 2010. Miami University, Master's thesis. OhioLINK Electronic Theses and Dissertations Center, http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1294532397.

    MLA Style (8th edition)

  • Zylstra, Amanda. "A new user's perceptions and experiences of the active workstation at work: A case study." Master's thesis, Miami University, 2010. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=miami1294532397

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