Browsing Masters of Science - Msc (Physiotherapy) by Subject "Exercise"
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Determining the effects of a short-term physical activity intervention programme on body mass index, blood pressure, pulse rate and percentage body fat among high school learners
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)Physical inactivity is recognised as a major risk factor for non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. Current recommendations for participation in physical activity are ... -
Factors associated with participation in physical activity among adults with hypertension in Kigali, Rwanda
(2011)Hypertension is one of the most common non-communicable diseases, and it is the leading cause of cardiovascular diseases, death and disability worldwide, especially in developing countries. Physical activity has been ... -
Perceived benefits of, barriers and helpful cues to physical activity among tertiary institution students in Rwanda
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)According to literature, particularly from data obtained from the World Health Organisation, physical inactivity or sedentarism is one of the leading causes of the major non-communicable diseases, which contributes ...