Less strength, more fatigue, less secure movements… Sarcopenia also increases the risk of falls and fractures and can impact overall metabolism. And as is often the case, it is linked to other imbalances such as excess sugar, weight gain, or a general decrease in energy.
Why does this happen… and to whom?
While muscles tend to gradually atrophy from the age of 30 (yes, already!), the process accelerates particularly around the age of 60. The cause? A cocktail of factors, often combined:
It’s simply the passage of time…
With age, certain hormones that are beneficial to muscles (like IGF-1 or growth hormone) decrease. Muscle recovery is slower, nutrient absorption becomes less efficient… in short, the body slows down.
Habits that aren’t very “muscle-friendly”
