What does the cryptic crossword clue "Males taking exercise bringing about change in Russia (7)" mean?

The definition is "change in Russia". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). PE (synonym="abbreviation for physical education = exercise") in COCKS (synonym="male poultry") = COPECKS; definition: "change in Russia" The answer is COPECKS.

Males taking exercise bringing about change in Russia (7)

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