This episode of The Charlotte Ledger Podcast is presented by OrthoCarolina, a leading orthopedic care center based in Charlotte. For more information or to book an appointment with an expert, visit OrthoCarolina.com.
This episode is a recording of the second session of the free “Move Well, Live Well” webinar series, brought to you by The Charlotte Ledger and OrthoCarolina. This summer, we’re bringing you a three‑part series designed to help you stay strong, mobile, and pain‑free as you age. Each session will feature practical advice from experts you can use right away.
Maintaining strength and mobility isn’t just about looking fit—it’s about preserving independence, health and quality of life as we age. Muscles naturally begin to change around midlife, with metabolism slowing and the body losing some of its ability to build or maintain mass.
Without attention, that shift can lead to less strength, more fatigue, and a higher risk of chronic conditions. But experts say muscle longevity—the ability to keep muscles strong and functional well into later years—is possible with the right habits.
On this episode of The Charlotte Ledger Podcast, The Ledger’s Tony Mecia talks with orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist Dr. Robert Morgan about how aging affects muscle, what people can do to counteract the decline, and why it’s never too late to start. They also discuss:
Understanding muscle longevity
Changes in muscles with age
Importance of diet and exercise
Practical tips for staying active in your daily life
Balancing activity and rest
The role of nutrition in muscle health
🎥: You can watch this discussion on YouTube.
Other podcasts in the series:
Part 1: “Improving your muscle health, with OrthoCarolina's Dr. Barrett A. Little”
Part 2: “Understanding arthritis and easing the aches, with OrthoCarolina's Dr. Michael Bates”
We hope you enjoy the conversation with Robert Morgan. Click here for more information on the “Move Well, Life Well” webinar series.
This episode of The Charlotte Ledger Podcast was produced by Lindsey Banks.
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