2018 Physical Activity Guidelines
Jump for joy! The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) updated their physical activity guidelines with a considerable nod to bone health. We have
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Jump for joy! The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) updated their physical activity guidelines with a considerable nod to bone health. We have
One of the important things in preventing falls is the importance of posture and alignment. It all begins with your feet! The feet provide a
An analysis of several walking studies reports that walking as a “singular exercise” has no significant effect on bone density at the lumbar spine in
You are never too young or old to improve your foot health. Take them for a walk and do regular flexibility and resistance exercises. Exercise
An indication of a good exercise program is if the fitness instructor or physical therapist asks you to complete a health questionnaire before starting the
Tai chi may be an ancient practice, but Western researchers are just starting to discover how beneficial it may be in improving balance and thereby
Gait Patterns The pattern of how you walk is called your gait. Many different diseases and conditions can affect your gait and lead to problems
Advanced poses such as Sirsasana (headstand) or Sarvangasana (shoulder stand) might literally be bone crushing for individuals with low bone density. If you have low
Whether you are in a yoga class or pulling the groceries out of your car, forward bending with a rounded back puts too much pressure
When people exercise they tend to think about their heart health or building and toning their muscles. Rarely do people focus on building their bone
The American Bone Health Fracture Risk Calculator™ estimates fracture risk for women and men over age 45.
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