Back in the eighties most folks thought Sarcopenia was a small European country.

What we’ve discovered is that Sarcopenia is a condition characterized by the progressive loss of muscle mass, strength, and function as a result of aging.

It is a common condition in older adults, affecting an estimated 10-20% of individuals over the age of 65.

Causes:

Age-related changes
Hormonal decline (especially after menopause)
Decreased physical activity
Inadequate nutrition
Chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes, heart disease)

Symptoms:

Weakness
Fatigue
Difficulty with daily activities (e.g., climbing stairs, carrying groceries)
Increased risk of falls
Reduced mobility
Decreased quality of life

Diagnosis:

Physical examination
Body composition analysis (e.g., DEXA scan)
Muscle strength testing

We thought aerobic exercise would keep us healthy into our later years.

In those days resistance training was completely left out of the discussion.

Times have changed.

As we age, we need to maintain muscle mass by doing resistance training and eating adequate amounts of protein.

Protein should account for 10% to 35% of your calories.

If you’re an average adult. The recommended dietary allowance to prevent deficiency for an average sedentary adult is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight.

You can hustle but don’t forget the muscle.