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Research Article

The effects of training based on Nordic hamstring and sprint exercises on measures of physical fitness and hamstring injury prevention in U19 male soccer players

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Pages 588-603 | Received 26 Oct 2021, Accepted 12 Nov 2021, Published online: 27 Nov 2021

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