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An exploration of physical literacy in masters athletes
Garry McCracken1, Elijah M K Haynes1, Jennifer M Jakobi1,2
1The School of Health and Exercise Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Development, The University of British Columbia Okanagan, Kelowna, BC, Canada.
Abstract
Key Concepts:
Little is known about physical literacy in older adults. Master athletes are unaware of the construct of physical literacy but they intuitively engage in high levels of PA. Social connection should be considered an integral component of physical literacy for older adults.
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