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#71 - Aging, inactivity, atrophy and exercise with Professor Sue Bodine

Inside Exercise

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Muscle Atrophy: Inactivity vs Aging

This chapter explores the differences between muscle atrophy due to inactivity and aging. It discusses the various types of fibers and muscles that are affected, as well as the slower process of muscle loss with aging. The chapter also highlights the importance of understanding and preventing muscle atrophy, especially in the context of space exploration and older individuals.

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