From an article found on MSN.com. "7 Ways to Combat Health Problems with Exercise"
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Osteoporosis? Up the Weights
If your last bone mineral scan was less than optimal, resistance training can help stimulate bone growth. "Any exercise is good," says Geier. "But focus on weight bearing or resistance training. Even light resistance in addition to walking has some impact." The most effective exercises work multiple joints, such as the squat [1]. Keep in mind, however, that an exercise affects only the bone(s) involved in the move, says Mark Nutting, CSCS, NSCA personal trainer of the year 2009, of Saco Sport and Fitness, Maine. "So exercises that strengthen your legs, hips and spine won't benefit your wrists," says Nutting. Strive for a full body resistance program focusing on large muscle groups. Include squats and overhead shoulder presses, which strengthen the bones most often weakened by osteoporosis.
Yours in Health, Wellness, and Beauty,
Co-Founder of STOP, Stop the Obesity Pandemic
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