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Dr. Jane Wanjiku Kamau

Senior Lecturer, Recreation Management and Exercise Science, Department of Physical Education, Exercise and Sport Science

Home School of Health Sciences Department of Physical Education, Exercise and Sport Science Dr. Jane Wanjiku Kamau

Dr. Jane Wanjiku Kamau

Senior Lecturer, Recreation Management and Exercise Science, Department of Physical Education, Exercise and Sport Science

Specialization: Physical Activity Promotion, Exercise Science, Recreation Management, Obesity & Nutrition Behaviour

Academic Qualifications

PhD, MSc, BEd — Physical Education, Exercise Science / Recreation Management — Kenyatta University

Research Interests

Physical Activity Promotion & Behaviour Change
Overweight & Obesity Prevention through Exercise and Nutrition
Cardiorespiratory Fitness & Body Composition
Occupational & First-Responder Wellness
Sports Participation & Gender (incl. Sexual Harassment in Sport)
Recreation & Leisure Management

Book Chapters

  1. Kamau, J. W., Njenga, D. G., Goodwin, Y., Muthomi, N., & Rotich, J. K. (2018). Leisure from International Voices: A Kenyan Perspective. © 2018 Sagamore-Venture Publishing LLC. ISBN print: 978-1-57167-887-4; ISBN ebook: 978-1-57167-888-1.

Peer-Reviewed Publications

  1. Beatrice, A. O., Sophie, O., & Jane, K. (2025). Dietary Practices and Nutritional Status of Adults with Type II Diabetes. African Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics. https://doi.org/10.58460/ajnd.v4i02.165
  2. Kamau, J., Kirimi, B. K., Muhoro, M., & Mwangi, J. (2024). Empowering First Responders to Be Physically Active Through Establishment of Mini Gyms. Journal of the Kenya National Commission for UNESCO, 5(1). https://doi.org/10.62049/jkncu.v5i1.203
  3. Kamau, J., Muchiri, B., Theuri, G., Waiganjo, L., Okoth, E., & Restás, Á. (2023). Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Body Composition of First Responders in Murang'a County, Kenya. Vedelem Tudomany Journal, Budapest 2023, ISBN 978-615-01-8104-2, pp. 111-115.
  4. Kamau, J., Muchiri, B., Wanderi, P., & Restás, A. (2022). Towards Improving the Physical Fitness of First Responders in Kenya. Vedelem Tudomany Journal, Budapest 2022, ISBN 978-615-01-5555-5, pp. 79-82.
  5. Kamau, J., Mwangi, P., & Wachira, L. (2020). Uptake of Pedometer-based Physical Activity: Success and Challenges of a Church-based Physical Activity Promotion Programme. Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Sport Sciences Research and Technology Support (icSPORTS), Vol. 1, ISBN 978-989-758-481-7, pp. 126-132. https://doi.org/10.5220/0010026001260132
  6. Matilda, M., Kamau, J., Mwangi, F., Wanderi, M., & Onyango, E. (2020). Status of Participation in Physical Activity by Employees in Kenyan Universities at Onsite Fitness Centers. African Journal of Education, Science and Technology, 6(1), 122-133. https://ajest.info/index.php/ajest/article/view/470
  7. Lillian, M., Kamau, J., & Kasoma, S. (2019). Status of Participation in Physical Activity Among Day High School Students in Kampala, Uganda. Journal of Physical Education Research, 6(IV), 22-28.
  8. Bailasha, N. K., Rintaugu, E. G., Kamau, J., Mwangi, F. M., Mucheke, C. M., & Otieno, M. D. (2019). Institutional Based Reasons for Students' Non-participation in Physical Activity and Sport Programs in the Kenyan Public Universities. International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences.
  9. Pangani, I. N., Kiplamai, F. K., Kamau, J. W., & Onywera, V. (2016). Prevalence of Overweight and Obesity among Primary School Children Aged 8-13 Years in Dar es Salaam City, Tanzania. Advances in Preventive Medicine, 2016, Article ID 1345017, 5 pages. https://doi.org/10.1155/2016/1345017
  10. Rintaugu, E., Kamau, J., Amusa, L. O., & Toriola, A. L. (2014). The Forbidden Acts: Prevalence of Sexual Harassment among University Female Athletes. African Journal for Physical, Health Education, Recreation and Dance (AJPHERD), 20(3:1), 974-990.
  11. Kamau, J. W., & Mwangi, P. W. (2013). Effects of a 10-Week Aerobic Dance Exercise Programme in Managing Overweight and Obesity among Primary School Children Aged 10-15 Years in Nairobi County, Kenya. International Journal of Sports Technology, Management and Allied Sciences, 2(3), 6-12. ISSN 2319-5274.
  12. Nambaka, J., Kamau, J. W., & Mwisukha, A. (2011). Factors Influencing Participation in Physical Exercise by the Elderly in Eldoret West District, Kenya. AJPHERD, 17, 462-472. ISSN 11174315.
  13. Nambaka, J., Kamau, J., Amusa, L. O., Goon, D. T., & Andanje, M. (2011). Measures for Enhancing Participation in Physical Exercise and Sports by the Elderly in Eldoret West District, Kenya. AJPHERD, 17(4), 804-811.
  14. Kamau, J. W., Wanderi, M. P., Wamukoya, E., & Njororai, W. (2011). Prevalence of Overweight and Obesity among Primary School Children in Nairobi Province, Kenya. AJPHERD, 17(2). ISSN 11174315.
  15. Wanderi, M. P., Bukhala, P., Gitonga, E., Kamau, J., Andanje, M., Muniu, R., Kamenju, J., Gikaria, N., Mwose, N., & Masinjila, T. (2008). Physical Education and Sports (PES) in Kenya with Special Reference to Teacher Education: Current Status, Challenges and Recommendations for Improvements.
  16. Kamau, J. W., Simiyu, N. W. W., & Mwangi, P. W. (2003). Aerobic Capacity and Need for its Assessment among Athletes: The Case of Kenyatta University Soccer Players. East African Journal of Physical Education, Sports Science, Leisure and Recreation Management, 1(1). ISSN 1810-259.

Refereed Learning Modules

  • HES 103: Human Physiology I (Level 100) — Written by Dr. Jane Wanjiku Kamau; edited by Dr. Gitahi Theuri, School of Virtual and Open Learning, Kenyatta University.
  • HES 800: Applied Exercise Physiology (Level 800) — Written by Dr. Jane W. Kamau and Dr. Edwin Boit; vetted by Dr. Joy Wachira, School of Virtual and Open Learning, Kenyatta University.
  • HRS 748: Research Methods in Sports (Level 700) — Written by Dr. Jane W. Kamau; edited by Dr. Francis Mundia, School of Virtual and Open Learning, Kenyatta University.
  • HES 812: Thesis Writing (Level 100) — Written by Dr. Jane Wanjiku Kamau and Dr. Lucy-Joy Wachira; vetted by the PEBL Quality Assurance Team.

Conference Presentations

  1. "Uptake of Pedometer-Based Physical Activity: Success and Challenges of a Church-Based Physical Activity Promotion Programme Among Overweight and Obese Adults in Kenya" — 8th International Conference on Sport Sciences Research and Technology Support (icSPORTS 2020), online, November 5-6, 2020.
  2. "Developing and Maintaining Physical Wellness" — Women's Wellness Conference, Thika Road Baptist Ladies Fellowship, October 12, 2019.
  3. "Empowering Communities through Sports: The Case of Kenyatta University Weekend Sports Programme" — International Staff Week Conference, National University of Public Service, Budapest, Hungary, April 9-11, 2019.
  4. "Obesity Prevention and Reduction through Exercise and Diet" — Inaugural Obesity Symposium, Mount Kenya University, Laico Regency, Nairobi, July 5, 2019.
  5. "Good Nutrition for Health and Wellbeing" — Members of ACK Canon Hesbon, August 5, 2018.
  6. "The Impact of Health Risk Appraisal on Physical Activity and Nutrition Behaviour in an Occupational Setting" — 2nd International Conference on Physical Activity and Sports for Health and Development in Africa (PASHDA), September 21, 2016.
  7. "Assessment of the Nutritional and Anthropometric Profile of Adolescent Basketball Players in Zimbabwe" — PASHDA Conference, September 21, 2016.
  8. "Overweight and Obesity: Risk Factors to Non-Communicable Diseases" — St. Lucia Membley, Ruiru, March 8, 2015.
  9. "Making an Informed Career Choice" — Kahatia Secondary School, Murang'a County, September 26, 2014.
  10. "Making an Informed Career Choice" — Search Comprehensive School, June 5, 2014.
  11. "Towards Addressing Physical Activity and Nutrition Challenges to Promote Overall Health in Africa" — South Coast Hotel, Durban, South Africa, September 16, 2013.
  12. "Income Generating Activities by Young Women in Kiambu County" — Kiambu, Kenya, October 2011.
  13. "The Gains of Youth and Women in the Kenyan 2010 Constitution" — Kiambu, Kenya, July 20, 2011.
  14. "Effects of a 10-Week Aerobic Dance Exercise Programme on Overweight and Obesity Status of Children Aged 10-15 Years in Nairobi Province, Kenya" — Kenyatta University, June 7, 2009.
  15. "Running Economy and Efficiency" — Kenyatta University, August 25 – September 1, 2007.
  16. "Obesity Prevalence Among Children in Nairobi Province: The Case of Horizon Academy and Moi Avenue Primary Schools" — Kenyatta University, November 9-11, 2005.
  17. "Physiological Issues in Female Athletes and Their Implications to Participation in Physical Activities and Sports" — Kenyatta University, November 18-19, 2004.

Articles in Conference Proceedings

  • "Towards Addressing Physical Activities and Nutrition Challenges to Promote Overall Health in Africa" — LARASA Congress, Durban, South Africa, September 16, 2013.
  • "Towards the Promotion of Sports Management in Africa for Individual and Community Empowerment: The Case of Kenyatta University, Kenya" — November 9, 2013.