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Dr. Micky Olutende Oloo

Lecturer, Department of Physical Education, Exercise and Sport Science

Home School of Health Sciences Department of Physical Education, Exercise and Sport Science Dr. Micky Olutende Oloo

Dr. Micky Olutende Oloo

Lecturer, Department of Physical Education, Exercise and Sport Science

Exercise Prescription & Health Behaviour

Research Interests

Exercise Prescription & Physical Activity Counselling
Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion
Health Behaviour & Theory of Planned Behaviour
Anthropometrics & Bio-motor Variables in Sport
Occupational Health & Musculoskeletal Disorders
Sports Medicine — Concussion & Return-to-Play
Substance Abuse & Mental Health in University Students
Environmental Conservation & Watershed Management

Books Published

Odiango R.A., Oloo, M. (2017). Efficacy of Physical Education program on Abdominal strength amongst Physically Challenged: A case of Kolwal Special School, Kenya. LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishers. ISBN: 978-3-330-05086-0. 60 pp.
Oloo, M.O., Wisiuba, P.B., Wesonga, B. (2018). Exercise Prescription Among Health Care Professionals in Kakamega, Kenya. LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishers. ISBN: 978-613-9-98914-0. 160 pp.

Peer-Reviewed Publications

  1. Ocholla J., Odiango R.A., Oloo M. (2017). Critical areas and intervention strategies on emotional and behavioural disabilities amongst primary school-going children in Kakamega County Kenya. International Journal of Educational Policy and Review 4(7): 180–186. https://doi.org/10.15739/IJEPRR.17.019
  2. Oloo M.O., Bukhala P.W., Wesonga B., Odiango R.A., Kathure D. (2017). Exercise prescription for prevention and control of chronic diseases by healthcare providers in Kenya. International Research Journal of Public and Environmental Health 4(7): 148–154. https://doi.org/10.15739/irjpeh.17.018
  3. Oloo M.O., Kweyu I.W., Ashiali I.V. (2017). Review of randomized primary care physical activity counseling. International Journal of Current Research 9(08): 55943–55948.
  4. Oloo M.O., Kweyu I.W. (2017). Exercise and chronic diseases. International Research Journal of Science and Research 6(10): 588–599. https://doi.org/10.21275/ART20177057
  5. Oloo M.O., Kweyu I.W., Jasper S.W. (2017). Health Behaviour Intentions and Barriers to Physical Activity among Health Science Students: Exploring General Self Efficacy as a Mediator. Journal of Physical Activity Research 2(2): 101–106. https://doi.org/10.12691/jpar-2-2-6
  6. Oloo M.O., Jasper S.W., Edinah S.M., Kweyu I.W. (2017). Effects of aerobic exercise on mood state of university students. A quasi-experimental approach. International Journal of Current Research 9(11): 61107–61112.
  7. Monica N.K., Konyole S., Nguka G., Oloo M.O., Kathure D., Peter M.W. (2017). The role of phytochemicals in prevention and control of chronic diseases. International Journal of Current Research 9(11): 62540–62543.
  8. Oloo Micky Olutende, Bukhala Peter Wisiuba, Wesonga Bernard. (2018). Exercise Prescription: Practices of Healthcare Professionals in Hospital Setting, Kenya. Journal of Physical Activity Research 3(1): 47–54. https://doi.org/10.12691/jpar-3-1-8
  9. Edinah Sabiri, Oloo Micky Olutende, Issah K. Wabuyabo, Vurigwa Esther. (2018). Knowledge and Attitude towards Prenatal Exercise among Expectant Women from Selected Health Facilities, Kakamega County, Kenya. Journal of Physical Activity Research 3(1): 55–59. https://doi.org/10.12691/jpar-3-1-9
  10. Wangui Anthony Muchiri, Oloo Micky Olutende, Issah W. Kweyu, Esther Vurigwa. (2018). Meaning of Physical Activities for the Elderly: A Review. American Journal of Sports Science and Medicine 6(3): 79–83. https://doi.org/10.12691/ajssm-6-3-3
  11. Oloo Micky Olutende, Jasper Situma Wekesa, Edinah Sabiri Mogaka, Issah Wabuyabo Kweyu. (2018). Discriminant Analysis of Anthropometric and Bio motor Variables Among Groups of Male University Athletes in Three Sports. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science 4(12): 92–104. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.1473156
  12. Micky O.O. (2019). Healthcare Professionals' Knowledge on Exercise Counselling and Physical Activity Promotion in Primary Care. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science (IJRIAS) 4(2): 28–35.
  13. Micky O.O. (2019). Exercise prescription: Attitudes and barriers among healthcare professionals. IJRIAS 4(2): 55–63.
  14. Wangui Anthony Muchiri, Oloo Micky Olutende, Issah W. Kweyu. (2019). Concussion: A Growing Concern in the Rugby Fraternity. American Journal of Sports Science and Medicine 7(1): 10–15.
  15. Oloo Micky Olutende, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Issah Wabuyabo Kweyu. (2019). Exercise prescription: a structural equation analysis of the theory of planned behavior among Kenyan healthcare professionals. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science 5(6): 14–28. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.2579410
  16. Oloo Micky Olutende, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Issah Wabuyabo Kweyu, Anthony Wangui Muchiri. (2019). Academic self-efficacy, attitudes, and knowledge among undergraduate biostatistics students. European Journals of Education Studies 5(12): 212–224. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.2609193
  17. Oloo Micky Olutende, Anthony Wangui Muchiri, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2019). Concussion knowledge and attitudes among sub-elite rugby union players in western Kenya. European Journal of Public Health Studies 1(2): 25–42. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.2652952
  18. Edwin Kadima Wamukoya, Anthony Wangui Muchiri, Oloo Micky Olutende. (2019). Role of Physical Activity in the Development of National Goals: Systematic Review. IJRIAS 4(4): 56–60.
  19. Oloo Micky Olutende, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Anthony Wangui Muchiri, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2019). Comparative Study of Anthropometrics, Blood Pressure Phenotypes, and Bio-motor Variables Among Sports and Non-Sports University Students. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science 5(6): 14–28. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3235813
  20. Anthony Muchiri Wangui, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Oloo Micky Olutende, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2019). Assessment of Pre-Season Anthropometric Tests of Rugby Players in A Championship Club, Kenyan Rugby Union. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science 5(10): 67–83. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3265922
  21. Oloo Micky Olutende, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Anthony Muchiri Wangui, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2019). Prognostic validity of morphological, physiological and motor characteristics in classifying university athletes in different sports. International Journal of Physical Education, Sports and Health 6(4): 38–44.
  22. Maximilla N. Wanzala, Oloo Micky Olutende. (2019). Role of Devolution in Health Service Delivery, Health Workforce, and Medical Commodities Acquisition: A Review. Saudi Journal of Medicine 5(10): 497–509.
  23. Maximilla N. Wanzala, Oloo Micky Olutende. (2019). A Review of Health Financing and Information Systems: The Role of Devolved Governance. Saudi Journal of Nursing and Health Care: 238–250.
  24. Oloo Micky Olutende, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2019). Do health beliefs predict exercise behavior? Exploring the constructs of the health belief model. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science 5(12): 59–72. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3451272
  25. Oloo Micky Olutende, Dr. Maximilla N. Wanzala, Prof. Edwin K. Wamukoya. (2019). Psychometric Properties of The Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile II: Validation of the Self-Realization and Health Responsibility Constructs Among Kenyan University Students. Saudi Journal Nursing & Health Care 2(11): 365–373.
  26. Oloo Micky Olutende, Prof. Edwin K. Wamukoya, Dr. Maximilla N. Wanzala. (2019). Validation of a Four-Factor Measurement Model of the Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile-II: A Confirmatory Study with Kenyan Undergraduate Students. Saudi Journal of Nursing & Health Care 2(12): 396–406.
  27. Oloo Micky Olutende, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Elizabeth Mse, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2020). Efficacy of physical activity counselling interventions delivered in primary care: a systematic review and meta-analysis. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science 6(4): 65–141. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.3864522
  28. Edwin Kadima Wamukoya, Anthony Muchiri Wangui, Oloo Micky Olutende. (2020). Influence of Social Media Usage on knowledge of sexual violence among college medical students in Kenya. European Journal of Public Health Studies 3(1): 44–56.
  29. Anthony Muchiri Wangui, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya, Oloo Micky Olutende. (2020). Physiological and Anthropometric Characteristics of Amateur Women in the Kenya Rugby Union. Journal of Advances in Sports and Physical Education: 193–198.
  30. Oloo Micky Olutende, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Elizabeth Mse, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2021). The influence of socio-economic deprivation on multimorbidity: a systematic review. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science 6(12): 17–40. https://doi.org/10.46827/ejpe.v6i12.3656
  31. Oloo Micky Olutende, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Issah W. Kweyu, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2021). Predictors of occupational health and safety management practices in the building construction industry, Kakamega Kenya. IOSR Journal of Nursing and Health Science 10(2): 43–57.
  32. Oloo Micky Olutende, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Issah W. Kweyu, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2021). Risk factors for obesity among school aged children in Kakamega county, Kenya. Journal of Advances in Sports and Physical Education 4(4): 59–67.
  33. Oloo Micky Olutende, Maximilla N. Wanzala, Elizabeth Mse, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2021). Health promotion behaviour for non-communicable diseases among healthcare workers in Kakamega county, Kenya. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science 4(12): 107–136.
  34. Oloo Micky Olutende, Martin Sisa Yauma, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2021). Predictors of Alcohol Abuse among University Students: Case of a Kenyan University. Journal of Advances in Sports and Physical Education 4(7): 151–160.
  35. Oloo Micky Olutende, Martin Sisa Yauma, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2021). Critical gaps in current physical activity and HIV literature: A review. IOSR Journal of Sports and Physical Education 8(4): 01–09.
  36. Oloo Micky Olutende, Martin Sisa Yauma, Edwin Kadima Wamukoya. (2021). Substance abuse among university students. A look at predisposing factors. International Journal of Physical Education, Sports and Health 8(4): 234–241.
  37. Kojo Nimako, Anna Gage, Caroline Benski et al. including Micky Oloo, Maximilla Wanzala. (2021). Health System Redesign to Shift to Hospital Delivery for Maternal and Newborn Survival: Feasibility Assessment in Kakamega County, Kenya. Global Health: Science and Practice 9(4): 1–4.
  38. Olutende M., Wangui A.M., Kaniaru D., Wamukoya E. (2022). Nurses Awareness on Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Kakamega County Kenya. Open Access Library Journal 9: e8562. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1108562
  39. Olutende M., Kweyu I.W., Wanzala M., Mse E. (2022). Risk Factors for Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Nurses in Kakamega County Kenya. Open Access Library Journal 9: e8564. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1108564
  40. Olutende M.O., Wangui A.M., Kaniaru D., Mse E. (2022). Prevalence of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Nurses in Kakamega County, Kenya. Open Access Library Journal 9: e8561. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1108561
  41. Wamukoya E.K., Olutende M., Kaniaru D., Soibe L., Wanzala M. (2022). Link between COVID-19 and Substance Abuse among University Students. Open Access Library Journal 9: e9034. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1109034
  42. Wanzala M., Omukunda E., Wanjala S., Oloo M.O. (2024). Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of COVID-19: A Case Study of Navakholo Sub-County, Kakamega, Kenya. Open Access Library Journal 11: e11208. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1111208
  43. Wanjala W.S.N., Olutende O.M., Joab O., Omuterema O.S., Steve O., Rose W. (2024). The Role of Community Awareness in River/Wetland Conservation: A Case of Upper Yala River Watershed. Open Access Library Journal 11: e11206. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1111206
  44. Wanjala W.S.N., Olutende O.M., Rose W., Joab O., Omuterema O.S., Steve O. (2024). Rivers of Resilience: Assessing Hydrological Baseline Data for Nature-Based Conservation in the Yala River Watershed. Open Access Library Journal 11: e11207. https://doi.org/10.4236/oalib.1111207
  45. Olutende M.O., Wamukoya E.K., Oloo J.A. (2024). Effectiveness of the Lebed method therapeutic intervention on fall apprehension among elderly individuals in Kakamega County, Kenya. East African Medical Journal 101(4): 6877–6891.
  46. Oloo Micky Olutende, Wamukoya Edwin Kadima, Oloo James Aggrey. (2024). Effectiveness of the Lebed method therapeutic intervention on physical stability among elderly individuals in Kakamega county. Journal of Applied Sports Sciences 1: 57–79. https://doi.org/10.37393/JASS.2024.01.5
  47. Oloo Micky Olutende, Wamukoya Edwin Kadima, Oloo James Aggrey. (2024). Effectiveness of the Lebed method therapeutic intervention on physical fitness among elderly individuals in Kakamega county, Kenya. African Journal for Physical Activity and Health Sciences 30(3): 347–375. https://doi.org/10.37597/ajphes.2024.30.3.2
  48. Wanjala W. Stella Namusia, Oloo Micky Olutende, Wamalwa Rose, Wanjala Paul Mutebi. (2024). Socio-economic and environmental interactions in the Maasai Mau Forest, Kenya: A comprehensive household survey analysis. African Journal of Empirical Research 5(4): 1604–1614. https://doi.org/10.51867/ajernet.5.4.133
  49. Gathoni B.N., Oloo M.O., Kipchumba K., Chumba J. (2025). The detrimental effects of technology on the academic performance of university student athletes: The implications of online sports betting in Kenya. International Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Sports 3(2): 25–34. https://doi.org/10.47604/ijpers.3476

Research Projects & Grants

BJSM Global Research Grant (2024) — £2,000. Feasibility and Process Evaluation of Integrating Exercise Medicine into Primary Healthcare Services in Mombasa's Informal Settlements. Awarded by British Journal of Sports Medicine. Includes international SEM researcher mentorship.
KU University Research Fund — KSH 450,000. Mental & Physical Health Interventions on COVID-19 Related Depression among University Students with Substance Use Disorders in Kakamega County. Co-recipient alongside Prof. Edwin Wamukoya, Dr. Davis Kaniaru, Dr. Maximilla Wanzala, and Ms. Lilian Soibe.
Kakamega Health Service Delivery Redesign Feasibility Assessment (Oct 2019 – Feb 2020) — $10,000. Research consultant. Collaboration: Harvard University, Council of Governors, Kakamega County Department of Health, Ministry of Health.
Anti-doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) — KAP Study (2021) — Senior research consultant. Assessment of the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Medical Practitioners Towards Doping and its Legal Framework in Kenya.
ADAK — Therapeutic Use Exemption Compliance Study (2022) — Data analyst. Assessment of compliance with international standards of therapeutic use exemption among Kenyan athletes.
Yala River Watershed Protection Project (Apr – Jul 2023) — Lead consultant. Baseline survey for Women in Water and Natural Resource Conservation (WWANC).
Turkana 4 Resilience Project — Baseline (Aug 2020) & Endline (Jun 2022) — Data analyst through Benaphil Consultants Limited.
Regional Health, Nutrition and WASH Baseline — South Sudan, Kenya & Uganda (Oct 2020) — Data analyst for Johanniter through Benaphil Consultants Limited.
NCD Community Strategy, Kakamega County (May 2022) — Data analyst. Strengthening Community Strategy for Enhancing Accessibility to Care among NCD Patients during COVID-19. Led by Dr. Damaris Ochanda.
Turkana Food & Nutrition Midline Survey (Dec 2022) — Data analyst for AIC Health Ministries through Benaphil Consultants Limited.
ECD Policies Study — SOS Children's Villages (Feb 2023) — Data analyst for Global Programme Expert Group (Early Childhood Development) through Benaphil Consultants Limited.
The Inclusive Home-based Early Learning Project (Feb 2023 –) — Data analyst for principal investigator Dr. Rose Atieno Opiyo, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology.

Conference Presentations

  1. "Health Behavior Intentions and Barriers to Physical Activity among Health Science Students: Exploring General Self Efficacy as a Mediator" — International Pan African Congress, Royal Swiss Hotel Kisumu (June 18–21, 2018)
  2. Thesis findings — Postgraduate Research Findings Seminar, Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (December 4–6, 2018)
  3. "Exercise Prescription: A Structural Equation Analysis of the Theory of Planned Behaviour among Healthcare Professionals in Kenya" — 13th Multi-disciplinary International Conference, Masinde Muliro University (June 19–21, 2019)
  4. "Concussion Knowledge, Attitude/Behaviour and Return to Play among Kenyan Rugby Players in the Championship League 2019" — 4th International Conference of African Sports Management Association (ASMA), Mount Kenya University, Thika (April 4–6, 2019)
  5. "Efficacy of Physical Activity Counselling Interventions Delivered in Primary Care: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis" — 14th Multi-disciplinary International Conference, Masinde Muliro University (May 19–21, 2021)
  6. "Risk Factors for Obesity among School-Aged Children in Kakamega County, Kenya" — 15th Multi-disciplinary International Conference, Masinde Muliro University (May 25–27, 2022)
  7. "Risk Factors for Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Nurses in Kakamega County, Kenya" — 15th Multi-disciplinary International Conference, Masinde Muliro University (May 25–27, 2022)
  8. "Discriminant analysis of anthropometric and bio motor variables for classification of male university athletes in three sports" — 4th Kenya Academy of Sports International Sports Conference, Glee Hotel (June 24–26, 2024)
  9. "Effectiveness of the Lebed method therapeutic intervention on physical stability among elderly individuals in Kakamega County" — 8th ICHPER-SD Africa Regional Conference, Kenyatta University (September 11–13, 2024)
  10. "Discriminant analysis of anthropometric and bio motor variables among groups of male university athletes in three sports" — 8th ICHPER-SD Africa Regional Conference, Kenyatta University (September 11–13, 2024)
  11. "Effect of a Physical Literacy Intervention on Fundamental Movement Skills in Adolescents Aged 12–14 in Kenya" — 8th ICHPER-SD Africa Regional Conference, Kenyatta University (September 11–13, 2024)

Training & Workshops

  1. Facilitated holiday school camp — Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (April 16–18, 2012)
  2. Research Workshop — Masinde Muliro University in collaboration with University of Venda (March 2–5, 2017)
  3. National Para Volleyball Team selection — Masinde Muliro University, Kakamega (2017)
  4. Strategic planning workshop — Sigalagala National Polytechnic (August 2–4, 2017)
  5. Organising committee member — International Team Physician Course, American College of Sports Medicine / Masinde Muliro University, Bishop Stum (October 15–18, 2017)
  6. Strategic planning workshop — Butere Technical Training Institute (November 2–4, 2017)
  7. Anti-doping Agency of Kenya workshop — Kakamega (December 20, 2017)
  8. Netball coaching course — certified by Kenya Netball Federation (July 1–2, 2018)
  9. Basketball coaching course — certified by Kenya Basketball Federation (July 11–12, 2018)
  10. Bioethics in research workshop — Masinde Muliro University (January 21, 2019)
  11. Grant proposal writing workshop — Masinde Muliro University (February 28, 2019)
  12. Good Clinical Practice certificate — NIDA Clinical Trials Network (valid July 2022 – July 2025)
  13. Certificate on Fundamentals of Watershed Management — United States Environmental Protection Agency

Media Features

  • "Why your doctor won't tell you to exercise regularly" — The Standard, July 14, 2018. Read article
  • "Why pupils in private schools are more obese" — The Standard, June 20, 2022. Read article
  • "Why nursing and construction are equally dangerous" — Kenyan News, July 11, 2022. Read article
  • "Study: 30pc of schoolchildren in Kakamega overweight" — Daily Nation, August 28, 2022. Read article