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Safe Strength Training Introduction – Video Clip

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Sometimes we can do everything “right”, but might unknowingly have a genetic predisposition to osteoporosis or maybe we never even reached a high peak bone mass by age 30. But, it’s possible to help strengthen your bones with lifestyle modifications that you CAN do something about right now such as weight-bearing exercise, strength training, and a calcium & Vitamin D rich diet! Cheryl was amazed to hear that hip fractures kill more women each year than breast cancer. Continue Reading

Can I Golf With Osteoporosis?

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Is it safe to golf with osteoporosis? Take a look at the National Osteoporosis Foundation’s “Moving Safely” guidelines. They note that, “Many exercises and activities such as yoga, Pilates, tennis and golf may need to be avoided or modified because they often involve twisting and bending motions,” which increase the risk of vertebral fractures in those with osteoporosis. After looking through those precautions, maybe you can get your friends to join you in another weight bearing activity that is safer for your bones, like brisk walking or dancing! Continue Reading

Q & A: 2 or 4-5 Strength Training Workouts a Week?

Q & A: 2 or 4-5 Strength Training Workouts a Week?

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First of all I just discovered your site…it’s just what I’ve been looking for….thank you!!! My question relating to this article is that sometimes I split my weight training into several days during the week…a few weights on mon, maybe a few more on tues, then at least one more day during the week and… Continue Reading

Create Your Bone Health Team!

Create Your Bone Health Team!

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1. Create your bone health team, starting with your health care provider! Get her input before embarking on any new exercise program. Ask him if any exercises are contraindicated for you AND if you have any weight restrictions with your strength training. The NOF, (National Osteoporosis Foundation) recommends lifting no more than 10 pounds; that’s… Continue Reading

Strength Training Helps Prevent Osteoporosis: The Research

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With consistent strength training, 2 or 3 times a week, bones begin the gradual process of getting stronger and the amount varies from individual to individual. In the early 1990s, Tufts University had the first research study to see if post-menopausal women could increase their bone density with strength training.  Sedentary, post-menopausal women were recruited… Continue Reading