Discovery Muscles
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Sep 8, 2010 Michael Rennie, a Professor of Clinical Physiology at the University of Nottingham, shares groundbreaking insights into muscle health and protein synthesis. He challenges the 'use it or lose it' mantra as he discusses how resistance training can combat muscle wastage, particularly in older adults. Rennie highlights innovative approaches to improve quality of life and independence through better muscle function. He also delves into the surprising benefits of weightlifting on metabolism and the crucial role of nutrition and rehabilitation in preserving muscle strength.
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Muscle Loss Due to Synthesis Failure
- Muscle wastage is caused by a failure in protein synthesis, not increased breakdown as previously thought.
- This discovery reshapes how we understand muscle loss in diseases and aging.
Resistance Training Rejuvenates Muscle
- Resistance training rejuvenates blood flow and glucose metabolism in middle-aged and elderly muscle.
- Older muscles regain youthful responsiveness to exercise after training.
Time Your Protein Intake
- Eat protein as soon as possible after exercise to maximize muscle protein synthesis.
- Ideally consume protein within one to two hours post-workout; avoid waiting more than four hours.