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Original Articles

Effects of a physical exercise session on state body image: The influence of pre-experimental body dissatisfaction and concerns about weight and shape

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Pages 713-728 | Received 31 Oct 2007, Accepted 18 Feb 2008, Published online: 01 Jul 2009

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