Status of selected physical fitness attributes and sexual wellbeing of bicycle taxi (bodaboda) operators in Juja, Kenya
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Date
2010
Authors
Mwangi, F. M.
Rintaugu, E.G.
Ondeng, M. O.
Adalo, J. A.
Omondi, J. O.
Mukhwana, K.
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Kenyatta University
Abstract
Cycling improve fitness and cardiovascular health by burning up calories, toning body and strengthening muscles and the heart. It has been
recommended as preferable mode of acquiring fitness for its lower impact to joints and cycling in form oftransportation, advocated for due
to the less demand for self-discipline to maintain the exercise for practical purpose ofthe activity. While physical fitness is said to enhance
sexual wellbeing, cycling has been linked to sexual impotence due to pressure on the perineum from the seat. This study assessed the status of
48 married bicycle taxi (Bodaboda) operators' physical fitness and sexual wellbeing in Juja town. Information on sexual wellbeing was
collected using questionnaire (modified 'index of sexual satisfaction' The Mind Test) and a fitness data protocol used to record fitness test
results. Majority (63%) rated from somewhat to very dissatisfied and 29% reported a decrease in sexual satisfaction compared to the period
before they started the business. Their fitness rated normal to better in all the assessed variables; Standing Heart Rate (SHR) of65.43 ±9.74,
Body Mass Index (BMI); 20.10 ±2.13, Waist Hip Ratio (WHR); .84 ±.02, Sit & Reach (SR); 10.23 ±5.16, Explosive Strength (ES); 51.24
±4.65, Sit Ups (SU); 42.96 ±3.86. The physical exercise gained from cycling leads to increased general health and well-being. However,
when it is performed on rough terrain itmay lead to decreased sexual wellbeing.
Description
A paper presented at the 17th Biennal conference of the International society for Comparative Physical Education and Sport (ISCPES), 6th - 8th June, 2010, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya.
Keywords
Physical fitness, Sexual satisfaction