Galen De parvae pilae exercitio
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Galen

De parvae pilae exercitio

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A short treatise advocating exercise with the small ball as the ideal form of physical training. Galen argues that ball games exercise every part of the body equally, require minimal equipment, and suit all ages and conditions — a charmingly practical piece of sports medicine.

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~1,700 words
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