Front Physiol April 2019 PMID 31080415

Long-Term Endurance and Power Training May Facilitate Motor Unit Size Expansion to Compensate for Declining Motor Unit Numbers in Older Age.

M Piasecki, A Ireland, J Piasecki, H Degens, D W Stashuk, A Swiecicka, M K Rutter, D A Jones, J S McPhee

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The discussions demonstrate strong agreement with the findings, often using enthusiastic language like 'boost motor unit health' and 'extend lifespan,' indicating high interest and perceived impact. The tone is analytical and optimistic, with posters referencing mechanisms like nerve reinnervation and muscle adaptation, which exemplifies deep engagement with the scientific implications of the research.

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Most discussions acknowledge the research's findings, supporting the idea that endurance and power training can help mitigate age-related muscle decline by promoting motor unit reinnervation.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions show high interest, with posters highlighting the relevance of the research for longevity and aging populations, often emphasizing terms like 'boost,' 'extend lifespan,' and 'countermeasure.'

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Participants delve into specific mechanisms, such as motor unit size expansion and nerve reinnervation, reflecting deep engagement with the scientific content.

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Many posts suggest the research has significant implications for aging and exercise strategies, labeling it as a 'game changer' and referring to it as essential knowledge for promoting healthy aging.

Abstract in brief

  • Long-term endurance and power training do not prevent age-related muscle size loss but may enhance the nerve's ability to reconnect muscle fibers, especially in muscles heavily used during exercise.
  • Older adults show increased motor unit potential (MUP) size, indicating changes in nerve and muscle adaptation with age, with athletes exhibiting larger MUPs than non-athletes.
  • Muscle size decline with age differs between muscles, with the vastus lateralis and biceps brachii showing size reduction, but athletes' training might improve nerve reinnervation capabilities despite muscle size loss.

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