Supporting a lifetime of fitness for the military veteran athlete: a narrative review

The military veteran starts their career at peak physical fitness. Once injured or retired, physical activity for the veteran is integral to rehabilitation, recovery, and ongoing wellness. This may require adaptation for continued participation in physical activity. The military veteran, in the Unit...

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Main Authors: Melissa J. Tinney, Chantal Nguyen
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Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-12-01
Series:Frontiers in Sports and Active Living
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fspor.2024.1510422/full
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