India, April 3 -- Many believe that as we age, our muscles weaken, leading to recommendations that older adults engage only in milder exercises. However, this is merely an assumption. A study published in the Journal of Aging and Physical Activity on April 1, 2025, debunked this popular claim, which has discouraged older adults from strength training, believing their muscles are not strong enough. Instead, the unconventional study findings suggest a reality that encourages them to join in and embrace these exercises.

Usually, many associate ageing with reduced muscle recovery. The study explained the reasoning behind this previous logic. Aged people are more prone to lower muscle protein synthesis, making fewer satellite cells for muscle...