• Ep 44: Getting Good Bones

  • Nov 12 2024
  • Length: 42 mins
  • Podcast

Ep 44: Getting Good Bones

  • Summary

  • Your bones are the foundation that keeps you active and vibrant as you age, so making sure they're strong is essential not only for living a life you love but also for staying healthy and resilient for years to come! After losing my mom at 76 from complications from vertebrae fractures, I committed myself to empowering women like you to maintain strong, healthy bones at every stage of life.

    In this episode, I dive into the science and research on bone health and break down the top ways to help prevent osteoporosis. I also share tips on how to adjust your workouts to support bone density and reveal the surprising truth between your nutrition and bone health. Whether you're managing osteopenia, have a family history of osteoporosis, or simply want to age with strength and confidence, this episode is for you!

    Want FREE access to my brand new four-week strength training plan, Strength Without Stress? Head over to hollyperkins.com/review where you can upload a screenshot of your review and gain immediate access. This is a limited-time offer before it sells for $197, so be sure to grab it now!

    Topics Covered:

    • What is osteopenia?
    • Why progressive resistance is the key to bone health
    • How to determine if your workout is effective for getting good bones
    • Three tips for bone-building strength training
    • Adding an impact exercise practice to your week
    • The truth about nutrition for your bone health
    • Foods with high naturally occurring calcium

    Resources Mentioned:

    • Listen to the first 43 episodes of Holly Perkins Health Podcast HERE
    • Episode 25: What Happened When I Got a DEXA Scan
    • See the research on the management of osteoporosis HERE
    • See the research on the effects of one year of resistance training on muscular strength and bone density in elderly women HERE
    • See the research on the effects of progressive resistance training on bone density HERE
    • See the research on the role of vigorous exercise in osteoporosis prevention HERE
    • See the research on Osteopenia HERE
    • See the research on osteoblast-osteoclast interactions HERE
    • Transcripts can be found on the official blog page for this episode at hollyperkins.com/blog

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