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First meta-analysis: Whey protein plus multicomponent exercise yields large improvement in chair rise ability, but novelty suggests caution

This study offers strong but preliminary evidence that combining whey protein with multicomponent exercise may help older adults with sarcopenia stand up from a chair more easily, a key functional outcome.

A meta-analysis of 980 older adults with sarcopenia found that whey protein combined with multicomponent exercise (e.g., walking, balance training) produced a large effect on chair rise performance (SMD = 1.09), a measure of leg strength and mobility. While this is promising, it is among the first studies on this combination, so more replication is needed.

Where this fits in the evidence

This is among the first studies we've indexed on Whey Protein for Improved Chair Rise Performance — treat it as an early signal until more research accumulates.

The study

Explore the Optimal Treatment Regimen Across Combinations of Variate Protein Sources and Exercise Modalities and Its Associated Factors in Older Adults: A Network Meta-Analysis and Meta-Regression of Randomized Controlled Trials.

  • Meta-Analysis
  • n = 980
  • 2026-04-29
  • Nutrients
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