Staying Stronger, Longer, As We Age

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Do you know what Sarcopenia is? That refers to the gradual loss of strength and power due to age-related muscle loss. According to the Mayo Clinic, we all begin losing muscle mass after age 30, at the rate of about 1% percent per year, on average. That’s why a lot of older people appear to be mostly skin and bones. And unfortunately, a lower muscle mass can have a negative impact on our balance, which increases our risk for falls and injuries.
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