Role of commuting characteristics on physical and mental health among members at university institutions (DiNaMo-active): a protocol for an observational study.

ABSTRACT: Insufficient physical activity is associated with numerous widespread diseases, productivity loss, and sick leave at the workplace. A physically active way to work is a potential resource for implementing regular physical activity into daily life. However, there is a lack of data on the duration and physical exertion involved and the potential health benefits of physically active commuting compared with passive commuting. Digitalisation for Sustainable Mobility (DiNaMo)-active is a prospective, observational trial to characterise commuting habits among employees and students at four higher educational institutions in Hannover (Germany) and estimate their short and long-term impact on health-related and economic issues. We will use wearable activity trackers and questionnaires to examine th

SUBMITTER: Beyer M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12182179 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature