Browsing Department of Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science (SRES) by Title
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Physical activity behaviours of persons with HIV and AIDS in low-income populations: The design of a context-sensitive randomised control trial
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)The Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired Immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) are serious health issues that continue to affect many nations. Specifically, the sub-Saharan African region has the highest prevalence ... -
Physical fitness of elite women's rugby union players over a competition season
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)The primary aim of this study was to investigate the changes in physical fitness characteristics of elite women's rugby union players over the duration of the season. Thirty two elite female rugby players who were identified ... -
Prevalence and associated risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders in flight baggage handlers at an international airport in South Africa
(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
(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 ... -
Psychological effects of sport massage therapy
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Sport massage therapy has been understood to have a positive effect on anxiety levels. It has been reported that sport massage therapy psychologically reduces stress levels, decreases nervous system tension and anxiety, ... -
The psychological effects of the athlete-coach relationship on performance: The lived experiences of female university athletes
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Coaches have been found to have a remarkable influence on the physical and psychological development on their athletes and that their main responsibility is to help their athletes perform at their maximum level and reach ... -
Relationship between cardiovascular health metrics and risk profile, musculoskeletal health, physical fitness and occupational performance in firefighters
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Introduction: Firefighting is a hazardous occupation that involves firefighters risking their lives in life-threatening situations, where they are exposed to severe temperatures, hazardous chemicals and fumes, placing ... -
The relationship between fitness, morphological characteristics, skills and performance in men's fast pitch softball
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)An understanding of the structure, function and performance relationships in different sports, including softball, allows for improved coaching approaches, development of sport specific fitness and skills training programmes, ... -
Relationship between knowledge, perceptions, attitudes, and behaviours of undergraduate university students regarding physical activity
(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
(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
(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 ... -
The relationship between students’ campus recreation needs and recreation patterns at a tertiary institution in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)The University Sport South Africa mandate is to promote sports, recreation, and mass participation at tertiary institutions in South Africa. Tertiary institutions could be used as sites to ensure an enabling environment ... -
The relationship between the use of social networking sites and student spectator behaviour: A case of university sport in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)Social networking sites are important communication tools used in different industries including the sports industry. Professional athletes, coaches, spectators, journalists, and broadcasters from nearly every sports code ... -
The role of parental involvement in adolescents sport participation: The case study of a non governmental organisation in the Western Cape province. South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2021)The world is home for 1.2 billion individuals aged between 10-19 years who have lived most of their lives under United Nations the Millennium Declaration, which has sought 2000 has sought a better world for all. In this ... -
The role of sport in fostering leadership skills in sporting code club executives: a case of University of Limpopo
(2021)Leadership is a concept that cuts across a wide range of fields and domains and is a collective effort. “Leadership is identified as an important, but underdeveloped life skill among youth athletes”. The research problem ... -
Service quality in leisure program delivery : a case of the Salomon Puffer endurance trail run
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)In a demanding and diverse corporate market any organization wanting to make a profit should adhere to certain business principles in order to stay economically competitive. The product of the leisure service organization ... -
Sport and the struggle for development: Conceptual approaches to sport for development and peace as an emerging field of evaluation - case studies from the public sector, academic sector and civil society led initiatives in South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2018)Sport for Development and Peace (SDP) refers to the use of sport to promote varied outcomes beyond the playing field and encompasses a range of initiatives seeking to harness the power of sport for social change. Despite ... -
Sport for development and peace in communities: A case study of the ‘sport for peace and social transformation programme’ in Uasin Gishu, Kenya
(University of the Western Cape, 2021)This study examined the role of Sport for Development and Peace (SDP) in peacebuilding, focussing particularly on the case of the Kenya Community Sports Foundation’s (KESOFO) Sport for Peace and Social Transformation (SPST) ... -
Stakeholder perceptions of the implementation and management of women’s rugby development programmes in the Western Cape province
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)In the last few years, women’s rugby has experienced unprecedented growth globally and is the fastest growing sport among women and girls. Owing to increasing support and expo-sure, the sport has grown exponentially. ... -
Stakeholder perceptions of the implementation and management of women’s rugby development programmes in the Western Cape province
(University of Western Cape, 2021)In the last few years, women’s rugby has experienced unprecedented growth globally and is the fastest growing sport among women and girls. Owing to increasing support and expo-sure, the sport has grown exponentially. ...