Enhancing Physical Activity Awareness and Participation among Informal Workers through a Participatory Community Service Program
Keywords:
physical activity promotion, informal sector workers, health literacy, participatory mentoring, workplace exercise, community serviceAbstract
Physical inactivity among informal workers has become a growing public health concern, as demanding work routines often limit opportunities for regular exercise and increase the risk of non-communicable diseases. This community service program aimed to improve awareness and participation in physical activity among members of the Used-Vehicle Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Association in Tulangan District. The program was implemented using a participatory educational and mentoring approach, consisting of health education sessions, practical training on simple physical activities that can be integrated into daily work routines, and short-term post-activity mentoring. Program evaluation was conducted through observations, questionnaires, and participant feedback to assess changes in awareness and participation levels. The results showed an improvement in participants’ understanding of physical activity concepts, with participants recognizing that daily movements such as walking and stretching also contribute to health. Participation in regular physical activity increased from approximately 30% before the program to 70% after implementation, and participants reported reduced work-related fatigue and musculoskeletal discomfort. In conclusion, this community service program demonstrates that simple, contextual, and participatory interventions are effective in fostering awareness and encouraging sustainable physical activity habits among informal worker communities
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