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Low-Intensity Physical Activity and Sarcopenia Risk in Aging Populations: A Nationally Representative Study From

Jiaxuan Chen1, Fujue Ji1,2,3, Lei Yang1

  • 1Department of Physical Education, College of Performing Arts and Sport, Hanyang University, Seoul, Republic of Korea.

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Low-intensity physical activity (PA) is key for preventing sarcopenia in older Chinese adults. Promoting sustainable activity, like 150-299 minutes weekly, significantly reduces sarcopenia risk and mortality.

Keywords:
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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Public Health
  • Exercise Science

Background:

  • Sarcopenia poses a significant health challenge for aging populations, especially in China.
  • Physical activity (PA) is a modifiable factor for sarcopenia prevention, yet optimal intensity and dose remain unclear.
  • Limited evidence exists from Chinese cohorts regarding PA and sarcopenia.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between physical activity (PA) of varying intensities and sarcopenia in a Chinese adult population.
  • To examine the relationship between PA and long-term all-cause mortality in older Chinese adults.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of data from 6018 adults in the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study.
  • Sarcopenia defined using the 2019 Asian Working Group for Sarcopenia criteria.
  • PA categorized into high (HPA), moderate (MPA), and low-intensity (LPA); logistic and Cox regression models used.

Main Results:

  • 19.0% of participants had sarcopenia at baseline.
  • Low-intensity physical activity (LPA) was associated with reduced sarcopenia risk, particularly 150-299 minutes weekly (51% risk reduction).
  • High-intensity physical activity (HPA) was linked to increased sarcopenia risk after adjustment.
  • ≥300 minutes of weekly PA significantly reduced 10-year mortality, even in those with sarcopenia.

Conclusions:

  • This study offers the first national evidence from China on PA and sarcopenia.
  • Both PA volume and intensity are crucial; moderate PA dominated by LPA provides the most protection against sarcopenia.
  • Sarcopenia prevention strategies for older adults should prioritize feasible and sustainable physical activity.