By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Recent research shows that we can now add sarcopenia, loss of strength and muscle size with aging, to the list of medical problems associated with inflammation. Older people who suffer from sarcopenia are far more likely to have high blood levels of the markers of inflammation such as CRP, SED rate and adiponectin (Aging Clinical and Experimental Research, … [Read more...] about Sarcopenia (Muscle Loss with Aging) Linked to Inflammation
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How Intensity Helps Repair Effects of Aging on Your Muscle Cells
By Coach John Hughes Aging damages the cells in your muscles, which is especially severe, because they do not regenerate easily. They become weaker as their mitochondria, where energy is produced, diminish in vigor and number. An interesting new study tested the effects of different training protocols on the cells of younger and older sedentary individuals. The Study To … [Read more...] about How Intensity Helps Repair Effects of Aging on Your Muscle Cells
Anti-Aging: How to Slow the Aging Process
By Coach John Hughes I had my annual physical recently, and my doctor said that I’m the healthiest 68-year-old he’s ever seen! And I’m consistent – last year I was the healthiest 67-year-old he’d ever seen! People’s health and fitness start to decline irrevocably about age 50, and as they get older their health and fitness decline more rapidly. This is called the … [Read more...] about Anti-Aging: How to Slow the Aging Process
On My 66th Birthday, I Did 66 Steps Instead of Miles
By John Yoder One of my favorite cycling goals is to ride as many miles as I am old on my birthday. So, for example, when I turned 65, I did a 65-mile ride. I’ve done this birthday ride many times, sometimes alone, often with friends, and I find that the day is always an affirmation of life: I’m still here and mobile! I admit that I’m not a slave about riding on my … [Read more...] about On My 66th Birthday, I Did 66 Steps Instead of Miles
Maximizing the Value of Your Trainer Time
By John Hughes Riding on the road is fun! Riding on the trainer is not fun (unless you’rea masochist!). As a roadie, you’re always looking for ways to improve (or at least, maintain): better equipment, smarter training, losing weight, etc. Add your time on the trainer to this list of potential ways to improve. Your trainer is tool you can use to tune up your … [Read more...] about Maximizing the Value of Your Trainer Time