126 - BENEFITS OF WORKPLACE GYMNASTICS (WG)

Abstract

Workplace gymnastics brings physical, psychological and social benefits for workers; as well as a number of advantages to the company, such as: a better atmosphere at the workplace; better interpersonal relations; risen production in terms of quantity and quality. Thus, physical exercise has become a consensus in promoting health and improving life quality. It also reduces the risk of development of chronic diseases, and acts as a key factor for longevity. This paper aims at discussing the benefits of workplace gymnastics regarding the role it plays in the prevention of chronic diseases, in creating a physical health awareness, and acting as an intervention factor at the workplace, in the family and in society. Authors aimed at providing information which contribute to the implementation of a workplace gymnastics program in day to day life. The current paper was developed from analyses of doctoral theses, master's dissertations and indexed scientific articles, collected from virtual libraries, periodicals and scientific journals. A detailed search was carried out in order to select indexed articles concerning physical exercises, their benefits and prescription; workplace gymnastics and occupational health through the presence of the descriptors: ergonomics, life quality and physical aptitude.