Ep 176: Do We Really Lose Muscle As We Get Older?

Ep 176: Do We Really Lose Muscle As We Get Older?

Are you confused by all the social media messaging about muscle mass and strength training? Join us for this beefy episode all about muscle!


Biomechanist Katy Bowman and biologist Jeannette Loram discuss the clinical term sarcopenia– age-related muscle decline–and distinguish it from muscle atrophy due to disuse and sedentary lifestyles. Katy and Jeannette tease apart the different elements of muscle decline; mass, strength and function. They debate how each of these can be measured and their importance. Their discussion centers on a listener's question seeking to understand what we should be doing physically to prevent muscle loss.


Also in this episode, Katy has a conversation with Tyler Benner of Venn Design, a company creating dynamic seating for homes and offices. Tyler explains how his background in physics and sport have contributed to his creativity in product design. Tyler highlights his solar and sports series of Air Chairs and explains how he has created designs that look exactly like a planet or a basketball! He also introduces his latest venture; Strong Feet Athletics, creator of the first barefoot cycling shoe.


Enhanced Show Notes & Full Transcript

Chapters:
00:05:00 - The Dynamic Collective

00:08:00 - Muscle, Sarcopenia, Atrophy - Definitions

00:16:45 - Muscle Mass Overview

00:27:00 - Glycogen/Glucose, BMI, and more

00:30:35 - Dynamic Aging

00:40:50 - Listener Question Recap brought to you by Wildling

00:48:25 - Interview with Tyler Benner of Venn Design



Books Mentioned:

Dynamic Aging by Katy Bowman

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