University of Glasgow researchers will measure your resting heart rate and blood pressure using an automated pressure cuff. They will then measure your weight, height and grip strength. Finally, the researchers will cut a small (half a pencil width) sample of hair from the back of your head for cortisol analysis. Cortisol levels are an indicator of stress, and this sample will provide a measure of your stress from the previous month.

Following your health measurements, the researchers will provide you with two activity monitoring devices. The first device is a heart rate monitor, an elasticated strap that carries a small sensor, to be worn across your chest. The second, is an accelerometer, a wrist-worn device similar in size and weight to a watch that measures your physical activity. You will need to wear wear both devices over the next seven days, before returning them to the research team.

When you return your activity measuring devices, you’ll be able to complete the final element of your AWE. The researchers will provide you with access to an online survey containing questions relating to your demographic background, physical activity (at work and during leisure time), your mental health and wellbeing, and your job experience at ACS. All of your answers to these questions will be coded to protect your identity. After completing the survey, that’s it, your done! You’ll soon receive your individual AWE feedback.