All of the following are true regarding physical activity and calorie needs of middle-aged and older adults EXCEPT:

1.people who remain physically active maintain muscle mass.
2.people who remain active experience less muscle and bone pain.
3.people who remain active gain the same amount of body fat as those who are inactive.
4.calorie needs will not decrease as much if people remain physically active.


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