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Observational Modeling Effects for Movement Dynamics and Movement Outcome Measures Across Differing Task Constraints: A Meta-Analysis

Derek Ashford Institute for Biophysical and Clinical Research into Human Movement, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
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Simon J. Bennett Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Science Liverpool, John Moores University, UK
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Keith Davids School of Physical Education, University of Otago, New Zealand
Pages 185-205 | Published online: 07 Aug 2010

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