Muscle size

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MRI patterns helped predict muscle strength in adults

In 141 adults, MRI fat patterns predicted strength with a model-fit score of 0.64, versus 0.42 for muscle size alone.In 141 adults, MRI fat patterns predicted strength with a model-fit score of 0.64, versus 0.42 for muscle size alone.

Preprint: cross-sectional study of 141 peopleMuscle strength
Physiological Reports

Microbial compounds limited muscle loss in aged mice

In a 10-day experiment, two compounds improved different aspects of muscle function in aged male and female mice with one hindlimb immobilised.In a 10-day experiment, two compounds improved different aspects of muscle function in aged male and female mice with one hindlimb immobilised.

Experiments in miceMuscle
bioRxiv

Paraspinal muscle aging differs in Bolivian foragers and US adults

In a study of 741 adults, the age-related difference in extensor density was 41% smaller in Tsimane men than in Framingham Heart Study men.In a study of 741 adults, the age-related difference in extensor density was 41% smaller in Tsimane men than in Framingham Heart Study men.

Preprint: cross-sectional study in peopleMuscle
medRxiv

Exercise mitigates disuse atrophy by building muscle reserve

In women undergoing limb immobilization, prehabilitation increased quadriceps area by 6.7% before disuse, preserving more post-immobilization muscle despite identical…In women undergoing limb immobilization, prehabilitation increased quadriceps area by 6.7% before disuse, preserving more post-immobilization muscle despite identical 3.2% relative losses.

Preprint: randomised trial in 54 peopleResistance training