osteo exercise - Osteoporosis Message Board

moms_four · 01-01-2005, 06:03 PM

I have been looking for oseto exercises on the internet and have been unable to find any good ones. Does anyone know where to look? Also, some say dont do crunches, others say nothing.. Any suggestions?
Thanks,
Marilou

peregrine · 01-02-2005, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by moms_four

I have been looking for oseto exercises on the internet and have been unable to find any good ones. Does anyone know where to look? Also, some say dont do crunches, others say nothing.. Any suggestions?
Thanks,
Marilou

In order to build and strengthen bone you need to do weight-bearing exercises, such as brisk walking or using weight machines. Try a search on google with "Weight-Bearing Exercises".

Nabeek · 01-09-2005, 08:05 PM

Hi there,

Just wanted to add some clarification to the above post. Exercise is terrific for osteoporosis because it can slow or stop further bone loss. Ideal exercises:

Weight lifting - find a weight you can lift 3-4 times but can lift no more after 3 or 4 reps because you're too tired. As your body and muscle strength improves, increase the WEIGHT not the reps.

Impact aerobic exercise - running, dancing etc. walking, swimming and cycling are not suitable.

hope this helps

peregrine · 01-10-2005, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Nabeek

Hi there,

Just wanted to add some clarification to the above post. Exercise is terrific for osteoporosis because it can slow or stop further bone loss. Ideal exercises:

Weight lifting - find a weight you can lift 3-4 times but can lift no more after 3 or 4 reps because you're too tired. As your body and muscle strength improves, increase the WEIGHT not the reps.

Impact aerobic exercise - running, dancing etc. walking, swimming and cycling are not suitable.

hope this helps

I would be very careful running if your bones are already fragile and weak. I used to be a serious runner but no longer can. Brisk walking is a form of weight bearing. This, in combination with strength training, is acceptable.

Nabeek · 01-10-2005, 05:17 PM

Hi there,

you always need to discuss an exercise program with a health practitioner before engaging in a new regiment.

whilst brisk walking is definitely a form of weight bearing, there is medical research to suggest it doesn't place enough stress on teh bones to help them slow the osteoporotic process.