Muscle loss, or muscle atrophy, occurs when the body breaks down muscle tissue faster than it rebuilds. This natural process often results from aging, inactivity, or illness. Understanding its causes helps athletes, older adults, and post-surgery patients adopt targeted resistance training and nutritional strategies to slow decline, recover strength, and maintain functional mobility.
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