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DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/bhk-2026-0030 | Journal eISSN: 2080-2234

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Language: English

Page range: 298 - 307

Submitted on: Aug 6, 2026

Accepted on: Sep 4, 2026

Published on: Oct 27, 2026

Published by: University of Physical Education in Warsaw

In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services

Keywords:

Acceleration,

Inter-limb asymmetry,

Related subjects:

Basic medical science,

Basic medical science, other,

Sports and recreation,

Physical education,

Sports and recreation, other

© 2026 Danail Ivanov, Petar Peev, published by University of Physical Education in Warsaw
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