Perspectives of Office Workers on Physical Activity and Interventions to Increase Physical Activity: A Case Study

Purpose: This study aimed to explore office workers’ perceptions of physical activity and workplace interventions designed to increase physical activity levels, and to identify motivating factors influencing their participation.Methods: This qualitative research was conducted within an interpretive paradigm using a holistic single case study design. The sample consisted of seven voluntary participants (four academic and three administrative staff) employed at a foundation university in Antalya, Türkiye. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, observation, and document analysis. Data were analyzed using thematic and content analysis with NVivo 10 software. Credibility was ensured through data triangulation and member checking. Ethical approval was obtained from the Akdeniz University Clinical Research Ethics Committee (25.01.2024; TBAEK-54).Results: Four main themes emerged regarding physical activity preferences. Walking was the most preferred activity (57.1%). Weight gain and health-related concerns were identified as the primary motivational factors (42.9%). Most participants (71.4%) expressed a preference for workplace environments that facilitate walking. More than half of the participants (57.1%) considered themselves physically inactive.Conclusion: Workplace-based physical activity interventions may support office workers in improving health behaviors. Sustainable and feasible programs tailored to employees’ needs and supported by organizational policies may enhance participation in physical activity.