Esme Jordaan

Oct 2, 2024 | journals.plos.org | Jenevieve Mannell |Laura Brown |Esme Jordaan

Loading metrics Open Access Peer-reviewedResearch Article Citation: Mannell J, Brown LJ, Jordaan E, Hatcher A, Gibbs A (2024) The impact of environmental shocks due to climate change on intimate partner violence: A structural equation model of data from 156 countries. PLOS Clim 3(10): e0000478.

Apr 17, 2024 | tandfonline.com | Martin Schwellnus |Esme Jordaan |Pieter Boer |Jandre V. Marais

ABSTRACTBackground Despite the numerous health benefits of distance running, it is also associated with the development of ‘gradual onset running-related injuries’ (GORRIs) one of which is Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS). Novel risk factors associated with a history of ITBS (hITBS) have not been described in a large cohort of distance runners. Objective To identify risk factors associated with hITBS in distance runners. Design Descriptive cross-sectional study.

Jul 10, 2023 | frontiersin.org | Stacy Sims |Michelle T Barrack |Esme Jordaan

1. IntroductionUltramarathon runners, ultramarathoners, or ultrarunners participate in runs and races longer than 42,195 meters. They can be amateurs, recreational joggers, or professional athletes. Participation in such competitions is often motivated by the desire for personal achievements, general health, and psychological reasons (1). The age of participants varies greatly, but peak performances are often achieved at 35 or older (2).