Exercise at different ages and appendicular lean mass and strength in later life: results from the Berlin Aging Study II
Excessive loss of muscle mass in advanced age is a major risk factor for decreased physical ability and falls. Physical activity and exercise training are typically recommended to maintain muscle mass and prevent weakness. How exercise in different stages of life relates to muscle mass, grip strengt...
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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Oxford University Press
2016
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