Starting at age 40, and more markedly after menopause, there is a progressive decrease in muscle mass, a phenomenon known as sarcopenia.
At the same time, metabolism tends to become less efficient.
These changes can translate into:
- Increased abdominal fat;
- Greater difficulty losing weight;
- Reduced physical strength;
- Lower endurance;
- Increased metabolic risk;
- Feeling of lower energy.
Do you know why this happens?
The decrease in estrogen influences:
- Body fat distribution;
- Insulin sensitivity;
- Metabolic inflammation;
- Maintenance of muscle mass.
Furthermore, muscle aging reduces the response to exercise when there is no appropriate strategy.
The importance of a personalized strategy
Prevention isn’t just about “eating less.”
It may include:
- Body composition assessment;
- Individualized metabolic analysis;
- Strength-focused exercise plan;
- Adapted nutritional strategy;
- Protein and micronutrient optimization;
- Hormone therapy, when indicated.
Preserving muscle is preserving autonomy.
Maintaining muscle mass means protecting:
- Strength;
- Mobility;
- Healthy metabolism;
- Future independence.
