Hi i am doing a report for my school and i was wanting to know what exercises are not healthy for your body when you have osteoporsis?
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Q: what exercises can you not do when you have osteoporosis?
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9/23/08 3:13pm
If you have osteoporosis, it's recommended that you DON'T do the following types of exercises:
Jogging, jumping or running -- These are high-impact exercises with quick-jerk movements that can cause fractures in bones that are more weak.
Twisting at the waist or bending forward -- Exercises such as sit-ups, toe-touches, some yoga poses, and certain movements in bowling, golf, tennis or using a rowing machine, for instance, can compress the bones in the spine and increase the risk for fracture.
In general, weight-bearing exercises that involve slow, smooth movements are best for someone who has osteoporosis. - MG
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