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Experimental Aging Research
An International Journal Devoted to the Scientific Study of the Aging Process
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Aging Performance for Masters Records in Athletics, Swimming, Rowing, Cycling, Triathlon, and Weightlifting

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Pages 453-477 | Received 09 Dec 2008, Accepted 27 Apr 2009, Published online: 13 Sep 2010

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