Osteoporosis and weight bearing exercises (max weight?)

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Saturday, April 14, 2007
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Hi all,
I have osteoporosis and lift weights, but I have been unable to find anywhere what the maximum safe weight to lift for people with osteoporosis is. I am 51 and petite. Does anybody have any advice or ideas?

Thanks.

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great question
Anonymous
Monday, April 16, 2007 at 12:08 PM
Let's see if we can find you and answer. Thanks for asking!

osteoporosis and weight lifting
Lila de Tantillo
Tuesday, April 17, 2007 at 09:02 AM

I don't know about an exact number, but your dedication is terrific! Lots of studies have shown that strength training can help increase bone mass in people with osteoporosis, especially in the spine. I just saw an interesting article about this at http://www.newstarget.com/010528.html

Osteoporosis and weight bearing exercises (max weight?)
Perico
Saturday, April 21, 2007 at 12:14 PM
Thank you very much for answering. The information provided is excellent. Thanks again.
Perico