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Sarcopenia in COPD: How Nutrition and Resistance Training Can Improve Survival and Daily Function

Sarcopenia in COPD: How Nutrition and Resistance Training Can Improve Survival and Daily Function

Kaleb Gookins
21 Mar 2026

Sarcopenia in COPD accelerates muscle loss, increasing hospitalizations and death risk. Learn how targeted nutrition (1.2-1.5g protein/kg/day) and modified resistance training can improve strength, mobility, and survival.