- Getting up from a chair takes a little more effort than it used to
- Stairs, groceries, and long walks leave you more tired than they should
- Workouts don't bounce back the way they once did
- You feel less steady on your feet, and worry about falls
Why this happens
Starting around age 30, the body begins to lose muscle mass gradually — a process that accelerates with age. Without enough of the right amino acids in your diet, your body has a harder time repairing and rebuilding the muscle tissue you rely on every day for strength, stability, and energy.