Shift workers have similar leisure-time physical activity levels as day workers but are more sedentary at work

Non-night shift workers spent 7.2% more time in occupational sedentary behavior compared to day workers.

• No differences in leisure-time sedentary behavior and physical activity were found between day and shift workers.
• Non-night shift workers engaged in 5.9% less occupational light physical activity and 1.9% less moderate-to-vigorous activity compared to day workers.
• Night shift workers experienced 4.3% more uninterrupted sedentary periods of 30 minutes or longer at work than day workers.
• Shift workers exhibited similar leisure-time physical activity patterns as day workers but were more sedentary during work hours.
• Further research is needed to determine if occupational physical inactivity and sedentary behavior contribute to health issues associated with shift work.

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