The Effects of a Healthy Lifestyle on Work Productivity
Session Title
Poster Session 1
Faculty Mentor
Melissa Carsten, Ph.D.
College
College of Business Administration
Department
Management & Marketing
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to identify the relationship between a healthy balanced lifestyle and work productivity. With rising incidents of obesity in the U.S., and workers struggling to balance work and family commitments, it is possible that employees may experience better work outcomes if they engage in healthy lifestyle practices. Yet, previous research studying exercise, sleep habits, and nutrition has produced mixed results regarding their effects on work productivity. Thus, our study uses a quantitative survey methodology sampling working adults in the Southeastern United States, we tested hypotheses on the effects of workers' sleep, habitual eating habits, and workout routine on work productivity. Data will be analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analysis. Although data collection is still underway, the results of this study have the potential to inform business policy on employee health, and the extent to which organizations support and endorse living a healthy lifestyle. Our results can also help workers understand how to engage in healthy behaviors that may enhance their productivity at work.
Course Assignment
BADM 391 – Carsten
Previously Presented/Performed?
Winthrop University Showcase of Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavors, Rock Hill, SC, April 2023.
Type of Presentation
Poster presentation
Start Date
15-4-2023 12:00 PM
The Effects of a Healthy Lifestyle on Work Productivity
The purpose of this study is to identify the relationship between a healthy balanced lifestyle and work productivity. With rising incidents of obesity in the U.S., and workers struggling to balance work and family commitments, it is possible that employees may experience better work outcomes if they engage in healthy lifestyle practices. Yet, previous research studying exercise, sleep habits, and nutrition has produced mixed results regarding their effects on work productivity. Thus, our study uses a quantitative survey methodology sampling working adults in the Southeastern United States, we tested hypotheses on the effects of workers' sleep, habitual eating habits, and workout routine on work productivity. Data will be analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analysis. Although data collection is still underway, the results of this study have the potential to inform business policy on employee health, and the extent to which organizations support and endorse living a healthy lifestyle. Our results can also help workers understand how to engage in healthy behaviors that may enhance their productivity at work.
