Research
Adherence
Resistance exercise combined with nutritional support (protein/micronutrients) is the primary evidence-based intervention for increasing muscle mass and strength in sarcopenia, outperforming exercise alone.
To build muscle and fight sarcopenia, do not rely on exercise alone. Combine resistance training with adequate nutritional support, specifically focusing on protein and micronutrients, as this combination is proven to be more effective than exercise by itself.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Resistance exercise is often used in combination with nutrition support, which increases muscle mass and muscle strength more than exercise alone.
Why this rating
Supported by multiple citations (references 41, 70-72) indicating a body of evidence, though specific primary trial data is not detailed in this review.
Source
Muscle Wasting and Sarcopenia in Heart Failure and Beyond: Update 2017
Jochen Springer et al. · ESC Heart Failure · 2017
narrative_reviewCited 245×
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