Browsing by Author "Jonathan Kathenge"

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Athletic Trainers Impact On Athletes: A Case Study of United States
(Chuka University, 2024) Jonathan Kathenge
With upcoming of the competency-based education and the increasing ailments directly or indirectly connected with climatic change and weather patterns globally, physical exercise has become increasingly necessary, which directly or indirectly calls for increased uptake of physical education in schools, colleges and the greater public. This view necessitated this study which focuses one component of physical education. The study was carried in the United States with its focus being the athletic training industry to critically examine the impact of athletic trainers to the athletes, both physically and mentally. The main focus of the study was to examine Athletic trainer’s role in the athlete’s mental wellbeing. It also looked into the athlete’s trust to his or her athletic trainer not only in their expertise in the field and their knowledge, but also how the trainer is focused on what is best for the athlete’s long-term health and well-being. The study was motived by a belief that athletic trainers are usually held with high standard both off the field and in the field especially where everyone can directly see their performance. However, it is not common knowledge in the public domain what the athletic trainers do to help the athletes in terms of injury prevention as well as treating already incurred injuries. Data was obtained from primary and secondary sources. For primary sources, data questionnaires were administered online to purposively chosen participants while secondary data was sourced from written works and documented reports. Descriptive data analysis was used and the results used to draw conclusion and recommendations. The study findings indicated that the relationship between a student-athlete and athletic trainer is pivotal during the grind of a season and even the off season. The athletic trainer must work with the student-athlete and build trust with them along with the coaching staff and administration which is not easy to do. The findings and conclusion from the study recommends a need for a clearer answer on the impact that athletic trainers have on student- athletes, with a better way to show the actual relationship between the two.
Causes Of Environmental Degradation In Chuka Igambang`Ombe Sub-County, Kenya
(Journal of Environmental Sciences and Technology, 2024-09-14) Sarah Kagendo Gitonga; Dickson Nkonge Kagema(; Jonathan Kathenge
This study investigated the causes of environmental degradation in Chuka Igambang’ombe Sub-County, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya. Environmental degradation, characterised by deforestation, pollution, and soil erosion, poses significant threats to ecosystems and human well-being. Environmental challenges persist despite the Catholic Church's active participation in conservation efforts such as tree planting, river rehabilitation, soil conservation, and awareness campaigns. Identifying the underlying factors is crucial for developing effective interventions. The study employed a descriptive survey design targeting a population of 15,574 Church members. A sample size of 389 participants was selected, including ten priests, ten development committee members, 86 youths, 98 members of the Catholic Men Association (CMA), and 175 members of the Catholic Women Association (CWA). Data was collected through interviews and questionnaires and analysed using descriptive statistics. The findings revealed that deforestation, pollution, improper waste disposal, overgrazing, lack of environmental knowledge, and encroachment on natural habitats were crucial factors contributing to environmental degradation in the region. The study concludes that these factors and inadequate management strategies exacerbate degradation. It is recommended that the government and stakeholders enforce stricter regulations against deforestation, promote environmental education, and enhance waste management practices to mitigate these effects.
Role Of the Catholic Church in Addressing Environmental Crisis In Chuka Igambang’ombe Sub-County, Keny
(Journal of Pastoral and Practical Theology, 2024-09-06) Sarah Kagendo Gitonga; Dickson Nkonge Kagema; Jonathan Kathenge
This study sought to investigate the role of the Catholic Church in addressing the environmental crisis in Chuka Igambang’ombe Sub- County. The research was carried out in Chuka Igambang’ombe Sub- County, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya. A population of 15574 Church members comprising 20 priests, 20 Development officials, 3663 youths, 4285 CMA, and 7321 CWA was targeted by the survey. A sample of 10 priests, 10 Development committee members, 86 youths, 175 CWA, and 98 CMA members was obtained for the study, making a total of 389 members of the targeted population. Data was obtained using interviews and questionnaires. The study established that the Church contributed to environmental conservation by educating members on tree planting, promoting environmental conservation among Christians, safeguarding water catchment areas, discouraging tree cutting, organising garbage collection, raising public awareness, participating in volunteer clean-up activities, preventing tree cutting, soil erosion and advocating for preservation services. Considering the findings obtained, the study recommends collaboration between the Catholic Church, local stakeholders, government agencies and environmental groups to enhance conservation efforts, boost community involvement, strengthen advocacy within the Church on environmental conservation, adopt sustainable land management practices, enforce deforestation regulations and improve waste management to curb water pollution and ecological degradation.