A comparison of sarcopenia prevalence between former Tokyo 1964 Olympic athletes and general community‐dwelling older adults

Abstract Background This study aimed to determine how increased muscle mass and athletic performance in adolescence contribute to the prevention of sarcopenia in old age, accounting for the type of sport and the continuation of exercise habits. We compared the prevalence of sarcopenia, its component...

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Main Authors: Tomoki Tanaka, Takashi Kawahara, Hiroshi Aono, Sachiko Yamada, Soya Ishizuka, Kyo Takahashi, Katsuya Iijima
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2021-04-01
Series:Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/jcsm.12663