University of Limerick Healthy Ageing study shows benefits of exercise in older age

University of Limerick Healthy Ageing study shows benefits of exercise in older age

The University of Limerick recently conducted a study on the muscle strength of about 200 healthy 50-70 year olds. The purpose was to see what would happen if eating protein and taking exercise had any impact.

It was found that muscle mass and strength was particularly affected in the thigh region as people aged, most likely due to a more sedentary lifestyle. The strength of the quad muscles were particularly affected with aging.

In another Brazilian study, one group were given a protein supplement only and the other a protein supplement plus exercise. The protein only group did not see a change in any of their markers of muscle health but the exercise group increased muscle, mass, strength and quality at the thigh region.

The findings show the benefits for anyone aged 50 plus in being active and fit. As the saying goes, use it or lose it! :o)

Reference :
Leeds Beckett University. "Healthy Ageing. Is it all in the legs?". 14th July 2017. http://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/media-centre/blog/0716-healthy-ageing-is-it-all-in-the-legs/