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Training Is One Of The Most Neglected Phases Of Athletics. Too Much Time Is Given To The Development Of Skill And Too Little To The Development Of The Individual For Participation.

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Training Is One Of The Most Neglected Phases Of Athletics. Too Much Time Is Given To The Development Of Skill And Too Little To The Development Of The Individual For Participation.

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