I found this in my email box. More fuel for the strength fire. (emphasis is mine).
Box 1 Recommendations for exercise to promote bone strength
For all people with osteoporosis
Box 1 Recommendations for exercise to promote bone strength
For all people with osteoporosis
- Muscle-strengthening physical activity and exercise is recommended on two or three days of the week to maintain bone strength. [E]
- For maximum benefit, muscle strengthening should include progressive muscle resistance training. In practice, this is the maximum that can be lifted 8–12 times (building up to three sets for each exercise). Lower intensity exercise ensuring good technique is recommended before increasing intensity levels. [E]
- All muscle groups should be targeted, including back muscles to promote bone strength in the spine. [C]
- Daily physical activity is recommended as a minimum, spread across the day and avoiding prolonged periods of sitting. [C]