What we often accept as ‘normal ageing’ is, in many cases, preventable decline.

Sarcopenia—age-related loss of muscle mass and function—sits at the centre, affecting movement, recovery, and independence, and is linked to higher risks of falls, chronic disease, hospitalisation, and mortality.

In this session, Dr Ng Chung Sien examines how sarcopenia develops, why it matters, and effective strategies for prevention and treatment—bridging the gap between diagnosis and targeted exercise intervention.

Moving beyond theory, the discussion focuses on identifying at-risk individuals, prioritising muscle function, and implementing safe, effective training across populations.