resources

As a service to the Bay Area community, FORE is proud to offer a wonderful group of osteoporosis education speakers... more

FORE has put together a useful list of other great resources about osteoporosis.... more

What You Should Know About Your Bones

Calcium: An Essential Element of Bone Health

faces of osteoporosis

Learn more about the award-winning Faces of Osteoporosis and buy the book! more

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Certain kinds of exercise can help you fight against bone loss? more

Preventing Osteoporosis
Eating Right
Exercise
Ask Your Doctor

Exercise

Steps to take to build your bones

Exercises for improving low bone mass

You are aware of how important exercise is for your overall health, but did you know that certain kinds of exercise can help you fight against bone loss? Exercise has been a hot topic in osteoporosis research recently, and we will keep you updated with the latest news here. It is believed that exercise may be as important as calcium intake when it comes to protecting and increasing bone density. Read on, and we challenge you to find a few new favorite exercises just for you.

You should contact your physician and discuss treatment options that are appropriate for you.

BoneBuilders Exercise Chart
http://www.bonebuilders.org/bbchart.htm
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