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Exercise Resets Aging Muscle Repair | Health and Fitness News
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Exercise doesn’t just help older muscles stay strong—it literally resets their repair systems at the molecular level. New research reveals that physical activity tames a key aging gene, DEAF1, which otherwise hijacks the mTORC1 pathway and causes muscle cells to accumulate junk. By dialing down DEAF1, exercise restores protein balance, clears cellular debris, and rebuilds muscle resilience. While not a cure-all for extreme cases, this discovery opens doors to therapies that could preserve strength for millions, even for those who can’t exercise much.
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