Sarcopenia is the progressive and accelerated loss of muscle mass and strength as we age.
The term was coined in the 1980s, and the condition has been recognized as a disease for less than a decade, but the concept is as old as time: Use it or lose it.
But what if you’re in your 60s, 70s, 80s, or 90s? Is it “too late” to build muscle and fight sarcopenia? Here’s what the research says.
Exercise training during weight loss can also prevent bone loss (Krakenimages.com/Shutterstock)
Sarcopenia Isn’t Just Unfortunate. It’s Dangerous
All of us will start to gradually lose muscle from our mid-30s, but this loss accelerates in later years. For up to 30 percent of adults aged over 60, the declines are substantial enough to meet the definition of sarcopenia….