Dr Paddy Barrett

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Why Muscle Power Is The Key To Healthy Ageing.

Muscle metrics matter, but increasingly, we are learning that muscle power is a key metric to track.

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Dr Paddy Barrett
Mar 15, 2025
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The goal of exercising for longevity has two goals.

The first is extending lifespan - how long you live.

The second is improving healthspan - The quality of your life as you age.

Aerobic fitness is arguably the key driver of longevity, but resistance training is also a key driver of improvements in both lifespan and health span.

Muscle mass and muscle s…

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