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Breathing Techniques for the Enhancement of Cognitive Function and Stress Reduction in 14–17-Year-Old Adolescent Athletes: A Scoping Review Cover

Breathing Techniques for the Enhancement of Cognitive Function and Stress Reduction in 14–17-Year-Old Adolescent Athletes: A Scoping Review

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|Feb 2026

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