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Do type 2 muscle fibers decrease with age?

According to the Cleveland Clinic, people can start losing muscle mass as early as their 30s through a process called sarcopenia, and this loss disproportionately affects fast-twitch muscle fibers. So, do type 2 muscle fibers decrease with age, and what can you do to combat this decline and maintain your strength and vitality?

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