How to prevent osteoporosis

We all wish we could live young, careless, and free forever! But sooner than we like we find ourselves googling things like, “How to prevent osteoporosis” or “What is sarcopenia?” or simply wondering why we are so achey and feel a bit… frail!

Osteoporosis, often called the “silent disease,” is a condition that weakens bones, making them more susceptible to fractures. As we all get older we lose bone density, which can lead to this condition. Sneakily, and sort of scarily, it progresses without symptoms until a fracture occurs, making prevention and early intervention crucial.

But don’t worry! You can combat the onset of osteoporosis through weight training. And that happens to be our specialty, and training with us, or in a similar style, may answer your question as to how to prevent osteoporosis.

So keep reading to learn how lifting weights can help keep your bones strong and resilient.

When we say ‘weight training’ This is anything that is more than bodyweight, whether you use free weights, machines, or resistance bands. This type of training plays a crucial role in preventing and managing osteoporosis through the following mechanisms:

• Growing Bone: Weight-bearing exercises stimulate bone formation. The stress placed on bones during resistance training prompts the body to build stronger, denser bones to withstand the load. Add into this some sort of impact training such as jumping or running, and your bones are going to be under really GOOD stress, to get you really GREAT results.
• Hormonal Benefits: Resistance training can increase levels of growth hormone and testosterone, both of which are essential for bone health. These are also hormones that can decline as you age, so promoting their development is highly beneficial.
• Improved Balance and Coordination: Regular strength training improves muscle strength and coordination, reducing the risk of falls and the associated fractures in those with osteoporosis. We’ve got an inbody scanner for all of our gym members that helps us to see if your body has enough muscle to function healthily. Book a FREE INTRO today if you’re interested in a scan and if you already know you want some guidance to dive into this type of training.

**This is especially beneficial if you are a woman going through peri-menopause or menopause, as your bone density will decrease even more quickly than your male counterparts! Click here for our blog on how to stay fit through one of life’s biggest changes.

Weight training is a powerful tool in the fight against osteoporosis. By incorporating regular resistance exercises into your fitness routine, you can strengthen your bones and maintain overall health and vitality as you age. Remember, it’s never too late to start; the strength within can help you lead a healthier, more active life.

If you don’t believe us, google Totalfit Brighton and look through our reviews, and have a look at our instagram or facebook to see photos of all ages getting their lift on! You can argue with words on a page, but it’s hard to argue with experience.

And what about your experience? If you’ve never given it a shot – go to totalftibrighton.com/free-intro to book a time to come down and chat to us about how weight training can help you prevent osteoporossis.

What have you got to lose in giving it a try!?