Targeted clinical interventions designed to counteract age-related or pathological loss of skeletal muscle mass, strength, and function, which is a hallmark of declining vitality. Reversal necessitates a multi-pronged approach integrating anabolic hormone optimization with mechanical loading stimuli. The goal is to restore muscle protein synthesis rates above net protein breakdown.
Origin
The term originates from geriatrics and endocrinology, where the focus shifted from merely slowing sarcopenia to actively inducing muscle hypertrophy and strength gains in older adults. Strategies reflect evidence-based approaches combining endocrinology and exercise physiology.
Mechanism
Reversal mechanisms center on activating the mTOR signaling pathway within muscle fibers, which is highly responsive to insulin and amino acid availability, alongside potent anabolic hormones like testosterone. Adequate receptor density for these anabolic signals is paramount for the strategy’s success. By optimizing the endocrine environment and providing the mechanical stimulus, muscle satellite cells are recruited for repair and growth, effectively reversing the catabolic trend.
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