Amway - workability trial

The effects of a supervised worksite based exercise program on the physical fitness and work ability of older workers

Status

Recruiting

Phases

Phase 1

Study type

Interventional

Source

ANZCTR

Registry ID

ACTRN12606000323527

Enrollment

Registered

2006-07-26

Start date

2006-07-03

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2020-01-13

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Conditions

None listed

Brief summary

The aim of this research project is to examine the feasibility of implementing work-site based exercise training as a means of improving physical fitness and 'work-ability’ in older workers. This pilot project is a necessary first step to demonstrate ‘proof of concept’ in order for industry to commit funds for a larger trial. This project will test response to treatment and treatment effect size.

Interventions

Participants in the intervention (exercise) group will train for 40 minutes, three times a week over a 12-week period. The circuit training program will consist of aerobic exercise (including treadmill walking and cycling), muscle resistance exercise and stretching. Training will take place at the participants’ workplace under supervision of a qualified professional during normal work time.

Study design

Allocation

Randomised controlled trial

Intervention model

Parallel

Primary purpose

Treatment

Masking

Open (masking not used)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

All

Age

45 Years to 65 Years

Healthy volunteers

Inclusion criteria

1. Healthy employees, as determined by the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q), within specified age limits.2. willing to exercise up to 3 times per week at the worksite3. Informed consent

Exclusion criteria

No exclusion criteria

Outcome results