Can lifting weights keep your muscles young? scientists investigate

NCT ID NCT07473297

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how resistance exercise changes muscle protein quality in younger (25-35) and older (65-75) men. Eight men did leg press exercises over two weeks, and researchers took muscle samples to measure protein health. The goal was to see if exercise helps maintain muscle quality with age.

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Locations

  • Liverpool John Moores University

    Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 3AF, United Kingdom