“Why Am I Losing Muscle as I Age? (And What You Can Do About It)”
As we move through our 40s, 50s and beyond, many people notice changes in their strength, energy, and body composition — even if their weight hasn’t changed.
This isn’t just “getting older.”
It’s something called sarcopenia — the gradual loss of muscle mass and strength.
Why does it happen?
From around age 30, we naturally begin to lose muscle mass.
This process accelerates after 50, especially if we’re not actively working to maintain strength.
Key contributors include:
- Reduced physical activity
- Hormonal changes (especially around menopause)
- Previous injuries or pain limiting movement
- Poor recovery or chronic stress
Why muscle matters more than you think
Muscle isn’t just about strength or appearance.
It plays a critical role in:
- Supporting joints and reducing pain
- Maintaining balance and preventing falls
- Protecting bone density
- Regulating metabolism and energy levels
- Helping you stay independent and active
The problem we see in clinic
Many people come to us because of pain —
but underneath that pain is often reduced strength and muscle capacity.
Without addressing this, symptoms tend to return.
What actually works?
The good news is — muscle is incredibly responsive at any age.
With the right program, you can:
- Build strength safely
- Improve posture and movement
- Reduce pain
- Feel more confident in your body again
At our clinic, we combine:
- Hands-on physiotherapy
- Targeted strength and clinical exercise programs
- Progressive loading tailored to your body
How the InBody 570 can help
For a limited time, we’re offering InBody 570 body composition scans in clinic.
This gives you a clear picture of:
- Muscle mass (overall and segmental)
- Body fat percentage
- Hydration levels
- Imbalances between sides
It’s a powerful starting point to:
✔ Understand where you’re at
✔ Track progress
✔ Build a plan that actually works
Ready to take the first step?
InBody Scans available May 11th
$40 per scan