ManUp UWS
ManUp UWS
An internet-based physical activity intervention for male UWS staff aged 35-64 years.
What is ManUp UWS about?
The purpose of the ManUp UWS initiative is to implement and evaluate an internet-based intervention designed to increase levels of physical activity and reduce sedentary time in males aged between 35 and 64 years, employed at the University of Western Sydney.
Just briefly, ManUp UWS participants will:
- Be randomly allocated to either the ManUp UWS internet-based group or a group that receives a range of print-based material to encourage physical activity
- Participate in a 12-week intervention designed to increase physical activity and reduce sedentary time
- Have their physical activity, height, weight, waist circumference, and blood pressure measured at three time points
Participants will be able to work alone – tracking their physical activity progress as they go, or choose to set group challenges and compete against a mate.
Who is carrying out the study?
The project is being carried out with both a program focus and research focus by Emma George, PhD Candidate in the School of Science and Health at the University of Western Sydney. ManUp UWS is endorsed by the Office of People and Culture as an initiative of the Our People 2015 Staffing Strategy.
The research is supervised by Professor Gregory Kolt and Dr Ric Rosenkranz.
Am I eligible to participate in ManUp UWS?
- Are you are a male UWS staff member (ongoing or fixed-term) aged between 35 and 64 years?
- Is your current physical activity level low and needs improvement?
- Are you interested in becoming more active?
If you answered YES to these questions, you may be eligible to participate! Email ManUp@uws.edu.au now to find out more now!
Do you know of anyone else who might be interested? There’s nothing better than teamwork and a bit of friendly competition to boost motivation – encourage them to ManUp too!
How much time will the program take?
The program will last for 12 weeks, with one extra follow-up session a further 12 weeks later. During this time, participants will be able to utilise elements of the program at any time and at their own pace. There is no limit to the time participants must spend using the program – it is entirely up to them.
How will participation in the study benefit me?
Participation in regular physical activity is associated with a range of health benefits, including weight reduction, reduced risk of chronic disease and improved mental health. Many of these benefits are long-term, so although participants may not see any substantial immediate benefits (apart from feeling good), adherence to the program will help to improve overall health and well-being.
What if I require further information or would like to get involved?
If you would like to know more at any stage or if you would like to get involved in ManUp UWS, please contact:
Emma George
Email: ManUp@uws.edu.au
This project has been approved by the UWS Human Research Ethics Committee (approval number H9339).
