frodo2462000
09-21-2003, 02:23 AM
I recently read that Yoga is a good excercise-has anyone else heard this? Also read that just plain walking was not enough "weight bearing" excercise. I include moderate hills in my walking but no jogging. Maybe just adding ankle or wrist weights would be enough? I also enjoy recreational kayaking but now worry about possible fractures - I just suffered a wrist fracture from a fairly simple fall. My bone scan was -2.25 last year and again this year after taking Fosomax for the year. Have added Miacalcin nasal spray. I know those are not good results but I really don't know where I fall in the seriousness of this - guess I needed to ask more questions of the Dr when I had a chance.
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DTemple
09-21-2003, 12:24 PM
I go to an advanced Yoga class twice a week. Yoga is excellent exercise for osteoporosis as long as you avoid some of the more aggressive postures. A beginner/intermediate class would be a good start. I am going to start weight bearing exercises with three pound weights. My Yoga teacher consulted with a physical therapist on my behalf and they advise against using weights on your ankles for walking. There is a book called Strong Women, Strong Bones that gives information about the proper exercise for osteoporosis. My endocrinologist told me to quit downhill skiing, which I might trade for snow shoeing this winter. So far I am not taking any medications.
marciakeeney
09-21-2003, 05:25 PM
I have read in numerous places NOT to use hand or ankle weights while walking because they mess up your balance as well as adding a lot of strain to your joints, possibly causing injury. They should only be used for stationary strength training. I agree with the above that the Strong Women Strong Bones book is a comprehensive and user-friendly resource for mapping out a plan for exercise and strength training specifically for osteoporosis.
jinglebts
09-23-2003, 11:57 AM
the surgeon who pinned my broken hip back together says that walking is the best exercise you can get -- just simple WALKING, and some 5-lb weights for arm strength twice a week ...
i got osteo from being hypothyroid, and am hoping that synthroid/calcium/vitD/calcitonin, and walking, will do the trick on my next bone scan ...
yoga keeps the joints and spine supple, so altho' i don't do it yet, i think it's excellent overall exercise, and some poses are standing, so ...
jb
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i got osteo from being hypothyroid, and am hoping that synthroid/calcium/vitD/calcitonin, and walking, will do the trick on my next bone scan ...
yoga keeps the joints and spine supple, so altho' i don't do it yet, i think it's excellent overall exercise, and some poses are standing, so ...
jb
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peregrine
09-23-2003, 01:13 PM
If you are only going to take up one regime, better to choose one that is weight-bearing (if you have osteo) Yoga is great for limbering and such, but is not considered weight-bearing.
Peregrine
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frodo2462000
09-23-2003, 11:58 PM
Just rec'd Strong Women, Strong Bones today - seems to be referred to frequently - I understand there is quite a bit of info about weight bearing exercise so hope to increase my range.
Originally posted by peregrine:
If you are only going to take up one regime, better to choose one that is weight-bearing (if you have osteo) Yoga is great for limbering and such, but is not considered weight-bearing.
Peregrine
Originally posted by peregrine:
If you are only going to take up one regime, better to choose one that is weight-bearing (if you have osteo) Yoga is great for limbering and such, but is not considered weight-bearing.
Peregrine
NancyH
09-26-2003, 12:24 AM
I have severe osteoporosis, my rheumy has advised against any weight lifting or jogging and only walking or eliptical machines. No weights on wrist or ankle. Yoga doesn't have as much weight bearing as you think, great for stretching and losening up, for balance and endurance as well, and even if you are in good shape the potential to get hurt is there. I ended up in surgery and I was working out with weights, doing cardio for years. You have to try what works for you. I walk at 4.1 mph including a 10% incline 30 to 40 mintues at least three times a week. Walking is the best exercise for your bones, even with my arthritic feet I still can maintain a cardio speed as well.
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anneh
10-19-2003, 09:32 PM
Are you saying that the yoga caused you to have surgery? Just wondering as I often think I should be doing yoga as I am in my 60's and not too limber. Had a couple of horseback riding accidents that have left me with back problems (I go to chiropractor) and apart from specific back exercises I usually do 2mile walks every day for workouts.I tested on the negative side on bone test but decided to pay close attention to my diet (I juice lots of raw fresh green veggies)and take cal/mag citrates and Vit D and drink Nettle and Oatstraw infusion which is full of minerals (check out Susun Weed herb forum for more info on subject)
anneh
Originally posted by NancyH:
I have severe osteoporosis, my rheumy has advised against any weight lifting or jogging and only walking or eliptical machines. No weights on wrist or ankle. Yoga doesn't have as much weight bearing as you think, great for stretching and losening up, for balance and endurance as well, and even if you are in good shape the potential to get hurt is there. I ended up in surgery and I was working out with weights, doing cardio for years. You have to try what works for you. I walk at 4.1 mph including a 10% incline 30 to 40 mintues at least three times a week. Walking is the best exercise for your bones, even with my arthritic feet I still can maintain a cardio speed as well.
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anneh
Originally posted by NancyH:
I have severe osteoporosis, my rheumy has advised against any weight lifting or jogging and only walking or eliptical machines. No weights on wrist or ankle. Yoga doesn't have as much weight bearing as you think, great for stretching and losening up, for balance and endurance as well, and even if you are in good shape the potential to get hurt is there. I ended up in surgery and I was working out with weights, doing cardio for years. You have to try what works for you. I walk at 4.1 mph including a 10% incline 30 to 40 mintues at least three times a week. Walking is the best exercise for your bones, even with my arthritic feet I still can maintain a cardio speed as well.
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Kaitrin
10-20-2003, 06:42 PM
I think walking definitely helps - adding some weight-lifting would be good too! Good luck with your two medications - I have read good things about both of them.
~Kait
~Kait