Regular exercise has many benefits including building strength, flexibility and your cardiovascular system. But did you know that exercising also can increase your bone health and density? Bone health may be overlooked when it comes to the benefits of exercise but it plays a crucial role in your overall wellness and longevity.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Why your bone health is important and how it plays a crucial role in your life as you age.

2). Some of the issues you may encounter as you age if your bones get weaker and more brittle without regular exercise.

3). How certain weight bearing exercises can actually strengthen your bones even into your later years.

4). How "ramping up" the intensity of some of your regular cardio style exercises can increase strength and resilience in your bones.

5).  Why doing exercises that help improve your balance are important in building strength and stability in your bones.

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We hope the exercises mentioned in this episode are helpful to you if you are struggling with bone density issues like osteoporosis etc. Taking care of your bones should also be a priority especially as you age and making sure you include some exercises in your weekly schedule that address these issues can help set you up for a longer and healthier life for years to come.,

Team Meredith