Influencia de un programa de promoción de la salud en población laboral

The Investigation Blank was assessment the influence of program on the quality of life, functional capacity and body composition, in population of workers. Methods used was cuasi-experimental analytic in 62 subject’s male, > 18 years, healthy, intervened in a program of behaviour change with physical activity and healthy nutrition for 16 weeks. Changes in the quality of life (Health Questionnaire SF-12), functional capacity (VO2max), and body composition (anthropometry) were indicators of outcome. Following the intervention were significant changes in anthropometric indicators and functional abdominal perimeter p <0.01, perimeter hip p <0.05, cardiovascular response to exercise p <0.01, functional ability and flexibility p <0.05. There was no difference in the outcome of quality of life. This work in a working environment unique in our system of public health, showed the classic benefits of physical exercise and changes in dietary patterns and behaviours on the body composition and functional capacity, confirming that the implementation of prevention programmes and changes in lifestyles minimize the risk of chronic diseases which lead to worker’s disability.