Physical inactivity among corporate bank workers in Accra, Ghana: Implications for health promotion.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Any type of activity that results in caloric expenditure has the potential to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases; nonetheless, most people, especially office workers, are physically inactive. This study sought to evaluate the extent of physical inactivity and its determinants among the staff of selected banks in Accra, Ghana.

Methods

This was a cross-sectional study involving 219 banking staff randomly selected from five commercial banking institutions in Accra, Ghana. Demographic data was collected with a structured questionnaire. Physical inactivity was assessed using the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire. Study associations were determined using univariate analysis, and multivariate logistic regression models with adjusted odds ratio (AOR) and 95

SUBMITTER: Nketiah GB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10174574 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature