What this does
This guide helps you understand sarcopenia—age-related muscle loss—and why focusing on strength and muscle mass is far more important than watching the number on the scale. It gives you a clear, practical way to assess risk and take action early.
Why it's useful
Many people over 50 focus on weight, BMI, or calories while quietly losing muscle that protects balance, metabolism, and independence. Sarcopenia increases fall risk, frailty, and loss of mobility—but it’s often preventable. This prompt helps you shift focus from weight loss to strength preservation using realistic, age-appropriate steps.
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Prompt
I want help understanding my risk for sarcopenia and creating a realistic plan to protect or rebuild muscle mass after age 50. Ask me questions one section at a time and wait for my response before continuing.
Start by asking about me:
- Age: [age]
- Sex: [male / female]
- Height and current weight: [optional]
- Any recent unintentional weight loss: [yes / no]
Next, ask about strength, mobility, and daily function:
- Difficulty standing from a chair or climbing stairs
- Changes in grip strength
- Fatigue during daily activities
- History of falls or balance issues
Then ask about lifestyle factors:
- Current activity level (sedentary / moderately active / strength training)
- Protein intake (approximate is fine)
- Chronic conditions or medications
- Recent illness, injury, or hospitalization
Explain clearly, in plain language:
- What sarcopenia is and why it accelerates after 50
- Why muscle mass matters more than weight or BMI
- How muscle loss affects balance, metabolism, and independence
End by creating a personalized action plan that includes:
- Simple strength-building priorities
- Protein and nutrition considerations
- Safe starting points based on my answers
- Red flags that should prompt medical evaluation
How this helps you
You’ll stop chasing weight loss goals that don’t protect your health. Instead, you’ll understand how to preserve strength, stability, and independence as you age—using practical steps that fit real life, not extreme fitness plans.
