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References used for this fact sheet
- Exercise – a guide from the National Institute on Aging, National Institute on Aging, USA. More information here.
- Aging changes in the bones – muscles – joints, University of Maryland Medical Center, USA. More information here.
- The benefits of exercise, Centre for Physical Activity in Ageing, Royal Adelaide Hospital Health Services, South Australian Government. More information here.
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