Struggling With Stairs or Grocery Bags After 50? Your Muscles May Be Sending a Warning

Do climbing stairs feel harder than it used to? Do grocery bags seem heavier, or does gardening leave you exhausted much sooner than before?

Many people brush these changes off as “just getting older.” But in many cases, your muscles may be trying to tell you something important.

There’s a common yet often overlooked condition that affects millions of adults after the age of 50—quietly reducing strength, balance, and independence. The good news? With the right steps, it can be slowed, managed, and even prevented.

Let’s take a closer look.