A 7-Step Strategy for the Implementation of Worksite Lifestyle Interventions: Helpful or Not?

OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the use of and adherence to a 7-step strategy for the development, implementation, and continuation of a comprehensive, multicomponent lifestyle program. METHODS:Strategy use and adherence was assessed with 12 performance indicators. Data were collecte...

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Published in:Journal of occupational and environmental medicine 2016-05, Vol.58 (5), p.e159-e165
Main Authors: Wierenga, Debbie, Engbers, Luuk H., Van Empelen, Pepjin, van Mechelen, Willem
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Employees
Guideline Adherence
Health Plan Implementation
Health Promotion - methods
Hospitals
Humans
Life Style
Lifestyles
Occupational Health
Original Article
Universities
Wellness programs
Work environment
Workplace
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Summary:OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the use of and adherence to a 7-step strategy for the development, implementation, and continuation of a comprehensive, multicomponent lifestyle program. METHODS:Strategy use and adherence was assessed with 12 performance indicators. Data were collected by combining onsite monitoring with semi-structured interviews at baseline and follow-up (6, 12, and 18 months). RESULTS:Not all performance indicators were met so partial strategy adherence was obtained. The strategy could be improved on the following aspectssupport among management, project structure, adaptation to needs of employees, planning, and maintenance. CONCLUSION:The results of this evaluation indicate that strategy adherence facilitated structured development and implementation. On the basis of the qualitative data, this study suggests that when improvements will be made on both the content and performance, the 7-step strategy could be an effective tool to successfully implement a multicomponent WHPP.
ISSN:1076-2752
1536-5948
DOI:10.1097/JOM.0000000000000690