Browsing Magister Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science - MSRES by Author "Leach, Lloyd"
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Coronary artery disease risk factors among fire-fighters in the Western Cape Province
Achmat, Ghaleelullah (University of the Western Cape, 2017)The work demands involved in fire-fighting place significant stress on the cardiovascular system. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of on-duty death among fire fighters and is a major cause of morbidity. This ... -
The determinants of falls among the elderly living in long-term care facilities in the City of Cape Town
Ebrahim, Nabilah (University of the Western Cape, 2023)Background: Falls are a common health burden with a multi-factorial origin causing physical, psychological, and social problems for the elderly and the society at large, especially within low- and middle-income countries, ... -
Determining the incidence, risk factors and predictors of injury among male FNB Varsity Cup rugby players in South Africa
Solomons, Renaldo (University of the Western Cape, 2023)The physical nature of the sport of rugby allows for a high incidence of injury, even in university rugby, compared to other contact sporting codes. Rugby Union lacks injury data focusing on university student-athletes, ... -
Effect of tumble turns on swimming performance in level 3 swimmers
Smithdorf, Gareth (University of the Western Cape, 2018)Swimming, as a sport, is constantly developing, both through the resources employed in training and assessment, and through the technological development of the fundamental aspects of swimming. In the freestyle events, ... -
Experiences of athletes living with HIV following disclosure of their sero-status in Ndirande Blantyre Malawi
Kondowe, Ivy Yvonnie (University of the Western Cape, 2014)Athletes are at risk for HIV infection due to their celebrity status which enables them to associate with multiple concurrent sexual partnerships. Athletes with an HIV sero-positive status should be encouraged to disclose ... -
Exploring the relationship between organizational structure and organizational responsibility: Perceptions of executive managers, sport coaches and elite athletes of Karate South Africa regarding sport performance
Sookrajh, Sanhaviya S (University of the Western Cape, 2023)The organizational structure of Karate South Africa (KSA) has been successful in enhancing karate as a sport, by providing structural support. The aim of this study is to explore the relationship between organizational ... -
Participation of secondary school learners aged 14 to 16 years in organised sport
Mia, Mohamed Ayyub (University of the Western Cape, 2023)In South Africa, few children and adolescents belong to sports clubs, and adolescent participation in organised sport has steadily declined, especially in recent years. Participation levels in organised sport have decreased ... -
Prevalence and associated risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders in flight baggage handlers at an international airport in South Africa
Ramashiya, Livhuwani Phylist (University of the Western Cape, 2023)Background: Flight baggage handlers are prone to musculoskeletal disorders, due to the nature of their work that involves repetitive motion at certain joints, which over time, results in injury. Aim: The aim of the study ... -
Prevalence of coronary artery disease risk factors in Firefighters in the City of Cape Town fire and rescue service
Ras, Jaron (University of Western Cape, 2020)Over 45% of firefighter deaths are due to a sudden cardiac event caused by underlying coronary artery disease (CAD) risk factors that can be prevented through adequate CAD risk factor screening and management. The aim ... -
Relationship between knowledge, perceptions, attitudes, and behaviours of undergraduate university students regarding physical activity
Qwabe, Nonhle Amanda Patience (University of the Western Cape, 2023)The lack of physical activity is a major public health concern affecting many university students worldwide. Physical inactivity increases the risk of many negative health conditions, including obesity, coronary heart ... -
Relationship between selected physical characteristics and hamstring injuries in male soccer players
Schippers, Raven Chriscendo (University of the Western Cape, 2018)Hamstrings muscle injury is the most frequent soccer-related injury in amateur and professional soccer players. Despite various interventions, the risk of hamstrings re-injury remains high. Several scientific studies ... -
The relationship between shoulder complex strength and throwing velocity in club cricketers
November, Rucia Vern-Clare (University of the Western Cape, 2016)Over the years, cricket has progressed into a game of immense physical prowess, and evolved from a traditional and conservative game into a professional sport requiring very high levels of fitness and skill. The ability ...