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The Effects of Suboptimal Estrogen on Fitness in Women<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Muscle Loss<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Weakness<\/h3>\n
Decreased Muscle Recovery<\/h3>\n
Reduced Bone Strength<\/h3>\n
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