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Only one workout helped older adults lose fat without losing muscle

Source: Science Daily - Health & Medicine • Published: 28 Jun 2026, 18:35

Only one workout helped older adults lose fat without losing muscle

Comparative look at how high, moderate, and low intensity exercise affect older adults’ body composition in a controlled study.

Key Takeaways
  • Six-month study enrolled more than 120 healthy adults in their seventies
  • High-intensity interval training reduced body fat while preserving lean muscle mass
  • Moderate and low-intensity training produced modest fat loss without preserving muscle mass
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