Effects of the systematic practice of a swimming program on the self-perception of physical and mental quality for professional performance.

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.15941042413123

• Palavras-chave: swimming, work performance, physical and mental quality

• Keywords: swimming, work performance, physical and mental quality

• Abstract:

  The potential of systematic exercise on human health has been widely investigated, however, its effects on working hours seem to be very dependent on the type of program, so studies that deepen this knowledge on specific intervention models should be investigated. The aims of this study were: to investigate the effects of a swimming program on self-perceived physical and mental quality for professional performance; to detect the magnitude of the effects in relation to frequency, time of practice and volume swum; and to investigate whether the time of training has an influence on perceived performance. The results indicate that the training model investigated proved to be efficient in positively influencing concentration, productivity and disposition at work. In addition, for the respondents, the program influenced their self-esteem, reduced illness and relieved stress.