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Effects of modular course training on mobility in older adults aged 79-90 years

M. E. ROGERS Centre for Physical Activity and Ageing, Department of Kinesiology and Sport Studies, Wichita State University, USA
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N. L. ROGERS Department of Psychology, Wichita State University, USA
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B. S. CHAPARRO Department of Psychology, Wichita State University, USA
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L. STUMPFHAUSER Cramer Reed Centre for Successful Ageing, Larksfield Place, Wichita, USA
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C. G. HALCOMB Department of Psychology, Wichita State University, USA
Pages 213-217 | Published online: 07 Jul 2009

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