CHIROPRACTIC CARE What type of exercise should I be doing to reduce my risk of osteoporosis? A Any weight-bearing exercise at least four times per week for 30 minutes per day. This could include stair climbing, dancing, weight lifting, aerobics, etc. Any exercises that stress the bone will help to strengthen the bone. Resistance training with weights or bands should be performed at 80% of maximal effort which is usually 8-10 repetitions. If the weight can be lifted more than 15 times, increase the weight. Ask your doctor before starting a new exercise program regarding any limitations you may have. Dr.Brook A. Origin Chiropractic TOWNLEY Physicians Chiropractic Physician 1203 28th St. S, Suite A Fargo, ND 280-2599 CHIROPRACTIC CARE What type of exercise should I be doing to reduce my risk of osteoporosis ? A Any weight - bearing exercise at least four times per week for 30 minutes per day . This could include stair climbing , dancing , weight lifting , aerobics , etc. Any exercises that stress the bone will help to strengthen the bone . Resistance training with weights or bands should be performed at 80 % of maximal effort which is usually 8-10 repetitions . If the weight can be lifted more than 15 times , increase the weight . Ask your doctor before starting a new exercise program regarding any limitations you may have . Dr.Brook A. Origin Chiropractic TOWNLEY Physicians Chiropractic Physician 1203 28th St. S , Suite A Fargo , ND 280-2599