Osteoporosis Prevention:
Combining elements of traditional strength training; Pilates; Yoga; and Feldenkrais, The Osteoporosis Prevention Progra uses a multi-faceted approach to exercise to best protect your body. Your bone health and your overall physical fitness and health are, in fact, intertwined. Truly efficient movement and strong bones depend upon an intricate interplay of neuromuscular connections and stimulation.
The Osteoporosis Prevention Program features:
- Informative text in each section, with facts and figures on osteoporosis to explain the importance of each exercise
- Specific, effective, and easy-to-follow exercises and workout programs
- Tips on proper form and words of encouragement
There are ways to increase bone density without any effort on your part, such as popping a pill, but such practices will not improve your coordination and reflexes to avoid falling, to recover if you do fall, to walk gracefully, and to meet the physical demands of your life.
The first book about osteoporosis that features exercises as well as programs for you fill in for yourself, The Osteoporosis Prevention Program is an invaluable resource for all ages and ability levels, whether you are currently combating osteoporosis or working to prevent the disease.
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