This study evaluates the addition of a high-protein energy-restricted diet to exercise in the treatment of sarcopenic obesity in people aged 65 and over. Half of participants will follow a hypocaloric (500 kcal deficit) high-protein (1.2 -1.5 g Protein/ kg bodyweight) diet alongside an exercise regime, while the other half will follow the same exercise regime alongside their habitual diet . All participants will consume a Vitamin D3 tablet (25micrograms) 3 times a week to achieve a weekly intake of 75 micrograms. Total duration of the intervention will be 16 weeks.
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Skeletal muscle mass
Timeframe: Baseline, 10 weeks, 16 weeks
Body fat mass
Timeframe: Baseline, 10 weeks, 16 weeks