Aging And Muscles explores the critical issue of sarcopenia, or age-related muscle loss, highlighting that this condition is not an inevitable consequence of aging but a modifiable one.
The book delves into the biological mechanisms driving muscle decline, such as hormonal changes and decreased protein synthesis, while emphasizing the profound impact of this loss on mobility, metabolic health, and overall independence in older adults.
Crucially, it underscores the potential of targeted interventions, particularly strength training, to combat and even reverse these changes, improving the quality of life for aging individuals.
The book adopts an integrated approach, blending a thorough examination of the biological underpinnings of sarcopenia with practical, evidence-based strategies for intervention.
Readers will discover how lifestyle modifications and exercise can promote muscle health. Presenting data from clinical trials and studies, the book progresses from fundamental concepts of muscle biology and aging to analyzing the impacts of muscle loss, and finally, offering guidance on exercise programs, nutritional considerations, and lifestyle modifications to promote muscle health.
