Showing posts with label Build muscle after 70. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Build muscle after 70. Show all posts

Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Can you build muscle after 70 years old?

Title: Can you build muscle after 70 years old?

Article Snip: "...Seniors Can Still Bulk Up On Muscle By Pressing Iron Our muscle mass decreases at surprising rates as we get older. But researchers found that people older than 50 can not only maintain but actually increase their muscle mass by lifting weights. ...The muscle has to adapt to the damage and build itself up to be prepared for the next weightlifting assault. In this way, muscles build fiber and actually increase in size. ..."

Reference: www.npr.org