118. Exercising Safely with Osteoporosis with Margaret Martin

Episode Summary

Margaret Martin is a Physiotherapist, Personal Trainer, strength and conditioning specialist, Yoga instructor, and an expert in osteoporosis exercise. She is the bestselling author of three books, four courses, and has trained thousands of health professionals across the United States and Canada on the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. For over thirty years Margaret has helped individuals like you reach their physical potential. Margaret created MelioGuide for people to learn how to protect their bones, get strong, and achieve their health goals. 

 

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Key Takeaways To Tune In For

• [2:22] Why Osteoporosis 
• [4:50] How should you approach exercise in regards to osteoporosis
• [6:24] How different types of exercises effect bone health
• [7:25] Why resistance is important in bone health
• [7:45] LIFTMOR Studies
• [8:50] The Journey of lifting for bone health
• [10:25] Safety when lifting
• [11:20] Margaret’s video serie for safe workout practices
• [14:05] Exercises to avoid if you have Osteoporosis
• [15:05] Defining a wedge fracture
• [17:50] Important forms of extension
• [18:16] Margaret’s book on yoga practices
• [19:00] How to know if your fitness instructor will give you safe advice for Osteoporsis 
• [20:27] Best movements for hip health
• [24:18] How to beat boredom within exercise
• [26:16] Movement patterns

Resources talked about in this episode

• Website: https://melioguide.com/
• Books:
  • Exercise for Better Bones: The Complete Guide to Safe and Effective Exercises for Osteoporosis
  • Yoga for Better Bones: Safe Yoga for People with Osteoporosis
  • Strengthen Your Core: Improve Posture, Enhance Performance, Strengthen from Head to Toe
• Social media handles:
• FB: https://www.facebook.com/melioguide
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelioGuide
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/melioguide