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Subjective perceptions and ergonomics evaluation of a liquid cooled garment worn under protective ensemble during an intermittent treadmill exercise

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Pages 626-635 | Received 27 Dec 2010, Accepted 07 Apr 2011, Published online: 19 Jul 2011

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