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j-curve model of infection and exercise  

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  • People who exercise regularly report fewer colds than their sedentary peers. Numerous surveys of fitness enthusiasts, runners, and masters athletes indicate that between 60% and 90% feel that they experience fewer colds than their sedentary peers. [Source: Encyclopedia of Lifestyle Medicine & Health; J-Curve Model of Infection and Exercise]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-R1RBPLQ0-P

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