“Frailty” is a term used to refer to a state characterized by enhanced vulnerability to, and
impaired recovery from, stressors compared with a nonfrail state, which is increasingly …

Intermuscular adipose tissue (IMAT) is a distinct adipose depot described in early reports as
a 'fatty replacement'or 'muscle fat infiltration'that was linked to ageing and neuromuscular …

Abstract Fragala, MS, Cadore, EL, Dorgo, S, Izquierdo, M, Kraemer, WJ, Peterson, MD, and
Ryan, ED. Resistance training for older adults: position statement from the national strength …

It is well documented that the rate of aging can be slowed, but it remains unclear to which
extent aging-associated conditions can be reversed. How the interface of immunity and …

Sarcopenia is a progressive skeletal muscle disease that occurs most commonly in the
elderly population, contributing to increased costs and hospitalization. Exercise and …

Hyperinsulinemia is strongly associated with type 2 diabetes. Racial and ethnic minority
populations are disproportionately affected by diabetes and obesity-related complications …

Adipose tissue is a central metabolic organ. Unlike other organs, adipose tissue is
compartmentalized into individual depots and distributed throughout the body. These …

Muscle's structural composition is an important factor underlying muscle strength and
physical function in older adults. There is an increasing amount of research to support the …

Key points Muscle infiltration with adipose tissue (IMAT) is common and associated with loss
of skeletal muscle strength and physical function across a diverse set of pathologies …

PURPOSE: To review findings from major epidemiologic studies regarding risk factors for
and consequences of elevated markers of inflammation in older adults. RESULTS: Most …