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Flex on ‘Em: Why You Should Build Life-Extending Skeletal Muscle Mass – Dr. Gabrielle Lyon : 1097

The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey

CHAPTER

The Importance of Skeletal Muscle in Longevity and Health

This chapter explores the significance of skeletal muscle in promoting longevity and overall health, emphasizing its role as an endocrine organ system and its function in glucose disposal and the release of myokines. It discusses the concept of sarcopenia, the physiological changes in skeletal muscle during aging, and emphasizes the potential for individuals to improve their muscle health through physical activity and stimulation.

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