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Can I still get ripped at 40? Yes, and here’s your guide to success

According to a classic 2004 report, the average person begins to lose muscle mass at a rate of 3 to 8 percent per decade after the age of 30, a phenomenon known as sarcopenia. The good news? You can still get ripped at 40 by overcoming this natural decline with a smarter, more strategic approach to your training and diet. Age is not a barrier to achieving a lean, muscular physique; it simply changes the game plan.