The muscle myth that could change your health

Real Health with Karl Henry by Real Health with Karl Henry

Jun 11, 202623:45Health

On this week’s episode of The Real Health Podcast, I’m joined by Professor Phil Jakeman, Professor of Exercise Science at the University of Limerick, to discuss why muscle is one of the most important tissues for lifelon...

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