Abstract
Mental burnout and physical fatigue are common in American Sign Language interpreters. In this action research project, I studied the relationship between exercise and one interpreter’s mental and physical strain and job performance. Exercise has always been my main source of self-care. I wanted to take a deeper look at the scientific reasoning behind why a regular exercise routine can lead to a clearer working mind. I conducted research on myself over 20 weeks using a log of my daily workouts, weekly work samples, and weekly journal entries, focusing on how I was feeling mentally and physically. This study allowed me to see how my weekly exercise routine has had a direct positive impact on my work and my mental and physical health.
Exit Requirement
Action Research
Date of Award
12-1-2022
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Interpreting Studies
Committee Chair
Amanda Smith
Committee Member
Elisa Maroney
Keywords
exercise, mental burnout, ASL interpreters, mental health, physical health
Language
eng
Type (DCMI Terms)
Text
Recommended Citation
Greiner, S. (2022). Effects of Exercise on an American Sign Language Interpreter: Work Production, Mental Health and Physical Health (master's thesis). Western Oregon University, Monmouth, Oregon. Retrieved from https://digitalcommons.wou.edu/theses/224
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