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Healthspan versus lifespan: The vital role of muscle in successful aging

By Matthew Lees, Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Kinesiology, McMaster University

For healthy aging, it’s crucial to distinguish between lifespan and healthspan: the amount of time for which a person is healthy within their lifespan. Maintaining muscle is key to a longer healthspan.

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