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Is it harder to lose weight after 50? Understanding and Overcoming the Challenges

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, adults naturally lose about 10% of their muscle mass by age 50, which slows metabolism. This physiological reality is a core reason why many people find that the answer to, 'Is it harder to lose weight after 50?' is a definitive 'yes,' but it’s far from impossible to manage your weight effectively at this stage of life.