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Dr. Francis Mundia Mwangi

Senior Lecturer & Director, Sports and Games, Department of Physical Education, Exercise and Sport Science

Home School of Health Sciences Department of Physical Education, Exercise and Sport Science Dr. Francis Mundia Mwangi

Dr. Francis Mundia Mwangi

Senior Lecturer & Director, Sports and Games

Academic Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Exercise Physiology
Master of Science (MSc) in Physical and Health Education
Bachelor of Education (BEd Arts) in Physical Education

Research Interests

Respiratory Physiology and Athletic Performance
Exercise and Sports Biomechanics
Psycho-physiological Aspects of Sports
Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Distance Runners
Physical Activity Patterns in Children

Peer-Reviewed Publications

  1. Mwangi, F. M., Rintaugu, E. G., Toriola, A. L., Rotich, J., Wilson, M., Tian, X., & Takahashi, K. (2023). Relationship between Self-Evaluative Components and Moderating Contextual factors. Journal of Human Sport and Exercise, In press.
  2. Rintaugu, E. G., Lusaga, B. O., Mwangi, F. M., & Kipchumba, K. K. (2023). Correlates of Sports Confidence among High School Athletes. Journal of Sports and Physical Education Studies, 3(1), 19–27. https://doi.org/10.32996/jspes.2023.3.1.3
  3. Rintaugu, E. G., Karega, M., Kurui, I. K., & Mwangi, F. M. (2023). An Exploratory study on athletic identity of university athletes in selected institutions. Journal of Sport Sciences Researches, 8(2), 175–185.
  4. Mukolwe, H., Rintaugu, E. G., Mwangi, F. M., & Rotich, J. K. (2023). Prevalence and attitudes towards nutritional supplements use among gymnasium attendees. Scientific Journal of Sport and Performance, 2(2), 222–235. https://doi.org/10.55860/TRBB1542
  5. Mwenda, P. W., Rintaugu, E. G., & Mwangi, F. M. (2023). Character Changes Related to Sports Participation and Contextual Factors. European Journal of Sport Sciences, 2(1), 23–33. https://doi.org/10.24018/ejsport.2023.2.1.15
  6. Tian, X., Yanohara, Y., Mwangi, F. M., & Sado, N. (2022). Jumping is not just about height: Biosocial becomings as an integrative approach. PLoS ONE, 17(12): e0278547. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0278547
  7. Rintaugu, E., Mwangi, F., Andanje, N., Tian, X., Fuku, N., & Kidokoro, T. (2021). Mental toughness characteristics of male university athletes in relation to contextual factors. Journal of Human Kinetics, In Press.
  8. Kidokoro, T., Tian, X., Fuku, N., Waiganjo, L. B., Rintaugu, E. G., Kigaru, M. D., & Mwangi, F. M. (2021). Segmented physical activity and sedentary behavior patterns among children in Maasai village and Nairobi city. American Journal of Human Biology, e23649. https://doi.org/10.1002/ajhb.23649
  9. Rintaugu, E. G., & Mwangi, F. M. (2021). Knowledge, attitudes and perceptions on doping among university students in physical education. Journal of Human Sport and Exercise, 16(1), 174–186. https://doi.org/10.14198/jhse.2021.161.16
  10. Kaoche, J. M. C., Rintaugu, E. G., Kamenju, J., & Mwangi, F. M. (2020). Knowledge on doping among football athletes, coaches and sponsors in Malawi. Journal of Physical Education and Sport Management, 11(2), 5–13. https://doi.org/10.5897/JPESM2020.0346
  11. Rintaugu, E. G., Mwangi, F. M., Thangu, E. K. & Otieno, M. (2020). Relationship between participation motives and connection to soccer of male university players. International Journal of Psychology and Counseling, Vol. 12(4), pp. 152–158. https://doi.org/10.5897/IJPC2020.0618
  12. Mukaro, M., Kamau, W. J., Mwangi, M. F., Wanderi, M. P. & Onyango, O. E. (2020). Status of Participation in Physical Activity by Employees in Kenyan Universities. African Journal of Education, Science and Technology, Vol. 6, No. 1, pg 122–133.
  13. Kidokoro, T., Fuku, N., Yanagiya, T., et al. (2020). Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Patterns among Kenyan and Japanese Children: A Cross-Country Comparison. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health, 17, 4254. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17124254
  14. Mwangi, F. M. (2020). Relationships between anthropometric, spirometric, cardiorespiratory and endurance performance values of male Kenyan distance runners. Russian Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 15(1): 5–13. DOI: 10.14526/2070-4798-2020-15-1-5-14
  15. Bailasha, N. K., Rintaugu, E. G., Kamau, J., Mwangi, F. M., Mucheke, C. M., Otieno, M. D. (2020). Institutional Based Reasons for Students Non-participation in Physical Activity. International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, 8(1): 17–23. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2020.080102
  16. Mwangi, F. M., Rintaugu, E. J. & Toriola, O. (2019). Influence of achievement goals and motivational climate on attitudes toward doping among university students. African Journal for Physical Activity and Health Sciences, 25(4), 547–562.
  17. Stella N. Wayong'o, Francis M. Mwangi, Lucy-Joy M. Wachira, & Elijah G. Rintaugu (2019). Emergency Plans and Safety Regulations During Physical Education Lessons in Private Primary Schools. Russian Journal of Physical Education and Sport, Volume 14 (1).
  18. Elijah G. Rintaugu, Francis M. Mwangi, and Abel L. Toriola (2018). Sources of sports confidence and contextual factors among university athletes. Journal of Physical Education and Sport (JPES), 18(2): 889–895. DOI: 10.7752/jpes.2018.02132
  19. Francis Mundia Mwangi (2017). Assessment of Spirometric and Cardio-Respiratory Values of Kenyan Distance Runners. Russian Journal of Physical Education and Sport, Volume 12 (4): 106–116. DOI 10.14526/04_2017_272
  20. Francis M. Mwangi, Elijah G. Rintaugu (2017). Physical Activity and Health Related Physical Fitness Attributes of Staff Members in a Kenyan University. International Journal of Sports Science, Vol. 7 No. 2, pp. 81–86. doi: 10.5923/j.sports.20170702.09
  21. Foster, G. E., Koehle, M. S., Dominelli, P. B., Mwangi, F. M., et al. (2014). Pulmonary mechanics and gas exchange during exercise in Kenyan distance runners. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, Vol. 46, No. 4, pp. 702–710. DOI: 10.1249/MSS.0000000000000161
  22. Kamenju, J. W., Rintaugu, E. G. & Mwangi, F. M. (2016). Development of Physical Education and Sports in Kenya in the 21st Century. Russian Journal of Physical Education and Sport, Volume 11 No. 4: pp. 129–137. DOI 10.14526/01_1111_165
  23. Rintaugu, E. G., Mwangi, F. M. & Bailasha, N. K. (2013). Negotiating constraints to sports participation of university soccer players. Journal of Education and Practice, Vol. 4(23), 146–153.
  24. Mwangi, F. M., Kamenju, J. W. & Rintaugu, E. G. (2013). Educational Role of Kenya Teachers Colleges Sports Association. International Journal of Education and Research, Vol. 1(7), 1–10.
  25. Rintaugu, E. G., Mwisukha, J. A. & Mundia, M. F. (2011). Alcohol Consumption patterns of Student-Athletes in a Kenyan Public University. International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, Vol. 1, No. 17, pg. 162–167.
  26. Mwangi, F. M., Wanderi, P. M., Wamukoya, E. K., Onywera, V. O. & Gitonga, E. R. (2011). Effects of Different Arm Kinematics on Performance in Long Distance Running. International Journal of Current Research, Vol. 33, Issue 6, pg. 185–190.

Books Published

Mwangi, F. M., Muthomi, H. N., & Wachira, L.-J. (2017). Ability in Disability. Nairobi: Queenex Publishers Ltd. ISBN: 978-9966-075-66-6
Mwangi, Francis Mundia (2017). Pulmonary Physiology of Kenyan Endurance Runners. Saarbrucken: Scholar's Press. ISBN: 978-3-659-84556-7
Wachira, L.-J., Mwangi, F. M., & Muthomi, H. N. (2016). The Trash Ball. Nairobi: Queenex Publishers Ltd. ISBN: 978-9966-075-16-1
Muthomi, H. N., Wachira, L.-J., & Mwangi, F. M. (2015). David Gets Fit. Nairobi: Queenex Publishers Ltd. ISBN: 978-9966-075-13-0
Mwangi, Francis (2011). The Role of Arms Movement in Long Distance Running Performance. Saarbrucken: VDM Verlag. ISBN: 978-3-639-32457-0

Book Chapters

  1. Kagunda, S., Mwangi, F., & Muthomi, H. (2021). Building client relationships through exercise adherence. In The Global Private Health & Fitness Business: A Marketing Perspective. (In press).

Conference Presentations

  1. Mwangi, M. F. (2021). "Sports science education and research in East and Central African regions." International Symposium Report: Partnership in Sports and Development for Tomorrow, pg. 8–13.
  2. Mwangi, M. F. & Rintaugu, E. G. (2019). "Management of Athletes' Medical Issues in East African University Sports." 4th African Sports Management Association (ASMA) International Conference, Mount Kenya University, April 4–6, 2019.
  3. Mwangi, M. F., Kidokoro, T., et al. (2018). "Assessment of Foot Structure and Function in Relation to Selected Health and Performance Parameters." International Colloquium in Physical Education, Exercise and Sports Science, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, November 8, 2018.
  4. Mwangi, M. F., et al. (2016). "Physical Fitness Appraisal of Kenyan Soccer Players during 2016 Pre-Season Tournament." Physical Activity and Sports for Health and Development in Africa, Nairobi, September 21–23, 2016.
  5. Mwangi, F. M., et al. (2016). "Care and Management of Athletes Medical Issues among East African Universities." ICSEMIS 2016, Santos SP, Brazil, August 31–September 4, 2016.
  6. Mwangi, F. M., et al. (2016). "Assessment of Fitness and Training among East African Universities Swimming Athletes." ICSEMIS 2016, Santos SP, Brazil, August 31–September 4, 2016.
  7. Mwangi, Francis Mundia. (2013). "Pulmonary Function of Kenyan Elite Distance Runners." 27th Kenyatta University Post Graduate Seminar, Nairobi, December 6, 2013.
  8. Mwangi, F. M., et al. (2012). "Pulmonary Function of Kenyan Elite Distance Runners." 2012 pre-Olympics Games Scientific Convention, ICSEMIS, Glasgow, United Kingdom, July 19–24, 2012.
  9. Bukhala, P. W., Onywera, V. O., Mwangi, F. M. & Mwangi, J. W. (2012). "Assessment of Physical Fitness Levels among Children with Intellectual Disabilities in Nairobi." ICSEMIS, Glasgow, July 19–24, 2012.
  10. Mwangi, F. M., et al. (2010). "The Status of Selected Health Related Physical Fitness Attributes of University Staff In JKUAT." 17th Biennial Conference, ISCPES, Kenyatta University, June 6–8, 2010.

Administrative Role

  • Director, Sports and Games — Kenyatta University