exercise and bone health

Exercise is important, especially as we age! We look into the best forms of exercise for people over 50.

These bodyweight exercises utilize gravity and our own body weight to help us burn calories, shed fat, and build muscle. Now, let’s take a closer look at some great reasons to give bodyweight exercises a try.

Overall, if done correctly pilates can be the ultimate cross-training routine and may offer athletes of all abilities an opportunity to reach their next level. That said, let’s get into the specific benefits of pilates in the following list.

The disease increases the risk of fracturing bones, especially in the wrist, hip, and spine. Fractures due to osteoporosis can be disabling and can even greatly increase the risk of death. We look into the top 10 risk factors for osteoporosis.