Osteoporosis Exercise

One of the most effective ways to prevent and treat this illness is osteoporosis exercise.

Many people who suffer shy away from physical activity for fear that they may make their condition worse; this could not be further from the truth. Osteoporosis exercise can be gentle and easy enough to do everyday.

Osteoporosis exercises have been shown to be effective in all sufferers. There are many activities to choose from and they are easy to include in your daily life. Osteoporosis exercises have many benefits including:

• bone density and muscular strength is increased
• balance and co-ordination is improved which reduces the number of falls
• Increased mobility
• More energy
• Improved heart health
• More self esteem

If you are new to fitness, it is important to start off slowly. Gradually increase the activity that you add to your day - go for a walk or work outside in the garden.

You may also want to consult your doctor and a personal trainer to help you with a program that is geared towards your needs. Be sure to include weight bearing activities (walking, dancing, stepping) and strength training (weight lifting, resistance bands, body weight) to your program.

Aim to workout 2-4 times a week using a variety of activities. Safety is the most important factor in any program so much sure that you are using proper technique and if anything feels painful - stop immediately.