Exploring the Correlation Between Physical Activity Levels and Mental Health among Employees at Majlis Sukan Negeri Johor

Physical activity plays a pivotal role in fostering a conducive work environment by promoting the mental well-being of employees within an organization. The primary objective of this research is to investigate the correlation between levels of physical activity and mental health among employees at Majlis Sukan Negeri Johor. A total of 110 respondents (54 males and 56 females) were selected through a simple random sampling technique. A survey-based approach was adopted, utilizing a questionnaire consisting of 27 items to assess physical activity levels, employing the International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short-Form (IPAQ-SF), and mental health, using the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS) questionnaire. The analysis commenced with descriptive statistics to outline the employees' physical activity levels and mental health statuses. Subsequently, Spearman's Rho correlation analysis was employed to ascertain any associations between physical activity levels and mental health among the employees at Majlis Sukan Negeri Johor. The findings reveal that the majority of employees exhibit moderate levels of physical activity, with the highest mean score observed in the Hedonic Perspective domain of mental health. However, Spearman's Rho correlation analysis did not yield a statistically significant relationship. In conclusion, the study underscores the importance of encouraging employees to engage in increased physical activity as part of their weekly routines to enhance their overall mental well-being. As a recommendation for future research, further hypothesis testing and a larger sample size are suggested to validate and expand upon the findings within this specific research domain.