Exercise intensity influences body composition in healthy older adults (2025)

A new study in Maturitas shows that exercise intensity—not just regular activity—shapes body composition in older adults. Researchers found that higher-intensity workouts produce different effects on muscle and fat than lower-intensity exercise. For anyone over sixty, the takeaway is clear: to see real changes, the effort level matters as much as the consistency.

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