why is balance training important for osteoporosis?
Good balance significantly helps in preventing falls, which are a common cause of bone injuries in aging populations. Bone injuries and fractures increase risk of osteoporosis
What are the benefits of exercise for older adults?
Prevent falls, strengthen bones, alleviate pain
what type of movement maintains balance and posture?
yoga poses
what type of exercises are squats, lunges, and push-ups?
calisthenics
Give two examples of balance traning exercises?
Who is at high risk for osteoporosis?
Post menopausal women
who can you visit to get a specialized exercise plan?
physical therapist
what exercise tool can be replaced by a towel or stretchy belt for at-home workouts?
a resistance band
why is weight bearing exercises important for osteoporosis?
Weight-bearing aerobic exercise involves applying force to bones, causing them to work harder and become stronger. This decreases bone density loss
What are the bone cells that break down bone called?
Osteoclasts
what movements should people with osteoporosis avoid?
high impact and bending and twisting
what exercises make muscles work harder, helping to strengthen bones and prevent osteoporosis?
muscle-strengthening activities
example of weight bearing aerobic exercises?
What controls bone remodeling?
Hormones
what group of muscles do pulling movements workout?
Back muscles
what household items can be used as a substitute for dumbbells during at-home workouts?
water bottles or canned goods