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Yes, a man in his 80s can still have good muscle mass, and in fact, research shows that it's never too late to start building muscle:
Muscle loss is normal
As people age, it's normal to lose muscle mass, strength, and function, a condition called sarcopenia. This process can start as early as a person's 30s.
Strength training can help
Strength training can help people maintain and rebuild muscle at any age, and older adults may see even greater improvements than younger adults.
Research shows it's possible
Clinical trials have shown that adults over 75 can significantly increase their muscle mass and strength through progressive resistance training.
Exercise machines can help
Exercise machines like elliptical machines, recumbent exercise bikes, rowing machines, and lat pulldown machines can help build muscle mass.
Tips for staying strong
Some tips for staying strong include moving mindfully, setting realistic goals, and making strength training part of your daily routine.

https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/how-can-strength-training-build-healthier-bodies-we-age

<blockquote data-quote="Vince" data-source="post: 287821" data-attributes="member: 843">Yes, a man in his 80s can still have good muscle mass, and in fact, research shows that it&#039;s never too late to start building muscle: Muscle loss is normal<ul>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">As people age, it&#039;s normal to lose muscle mass, strength, and function, a condition called sarcopenia. This process can start as early as a person&#039;s 30s. 
Strength training can help</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">Strength training can help people maintain and rebuild muscle at any age, and older adults may see even greater improvements than younger adults. 
Research shows it&#039;s possible</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">Clinical trials have shown that adults over 75 can significantly increase their muscle mass and strength through progressive resistance training. <ul>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">Exercise machines can help 
Exercise machines like elliptical machines, recumbent exercise bikes, rowing machines, and lat pulldown machines can help build muscle mass. 
Tips for staying strong</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ul">Some tips for staying strong include moving mindfully, setting realistic goals, and making strength training part of your daily routine. </li>
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</ul> <a href="https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/how-can-strength-training-build-healthier-bodies-we-age" target="_blank">https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/how-can-strength-training-build-healthier-bodies-we-age</a></li>
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[QUOTE="Vince, post: 287821, member: 843"] Yes, a man in his 80s can still have good muscle mass, and in fact, research shows that it's never too late to start building muscle: Muscle loss is normal [LIST] [*]As people age, it's normal to lose muscle mass, strength, and function, a condition called sarcopenia. This process can start as early as a person's 30s. Strength training can help [*]Strength training can help people maintain and rebuild muscle at any age, and older adults may see even greater improvements than younger adults. Research shows it's possible [*]Clinical trials have shown that adults over 75 can significantly increase their muscle mass and strength through progressive resistance training. [LIST] [*]Exercise machines can help Exercise machines like elliptical machines, recumbent exercise bikes, rowing machines, and lat pulldown machines can help build muscle mass. Tips for staying strong [*]Some tips for staying strong include moving mindfully, setting realistic goals, and making strength training part of your daily routine. [*] [/LIST] [URL]https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/how-can-strength-training-build-healthier-bodies-we-age[/URL] [/LIST] [/QUOTE]

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A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.

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Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.

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The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.

Scientific Reference

Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.

DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038