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Experimental Aging Research
An International Journal Devoted to the Scientific Study of the Aging Process
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Research Article

How an Age Simulation Suit affects Motor and Cognitive Performance and Self-perception in Younger Adults

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Pages 273-290 | Received 15 Nov 2019, Accepted 05 May 2020, Published online: 23 May 2020

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