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The association between physical inactivity and many non-communicable diseases is now well established. Physical activity is a complex and multidimensional behaviour, with proficiency in fundamental movement skills (FMS) recognised as a key correlate of increased physical activity levels, as well as...

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Published: Swansea 2022
Institution: Swansea University
Degree level: Doctoral
Degree name: Ph.D
Supervisor: McNarry, Melitta A. ; Mackintosh, Kelly A. ; Duncan, S.
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