Assessing physiological response mechanisms and the role of psychosocial job resources in the physical activity health paradox: study protocol for the Flemish Employees' Physical Activity (FEPA) study

• Main Authors: Margo Ketels (Author), Dirk De Bacquer (Author), Tom Geens (Author), Heidi Janssens (Author), Mette Korshøj (Author), Andreas Holtermann (Author), Els Clays (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2019-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background In the current labour system many workers are still exposed to heavy physical demands during their job. In contrast to leisure time physical activity (LTPA), occupational physical activity (OPA) is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases and all-cause mortali...