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Declining Muscle Metrics
- Muscle mass, strength, and power decline at different rates with age.
- Power, crucial for functional movements and athletic performance, declines fastest.
Fiber Type Decline
- Aging impacts muscle fiber types differently; slow-twitch fibers are maintained better than fast-twitch fibers.
- Maintaining fast-twitch fibers is crucial for preserving power and functional abilities.
Start Resistance Training Early
- Start resistance training early for long-term benefits, even if you experience age-related anabolic resistance.
- Adjust training based on individual responses and consider diet for better results.