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Exercising with osteoporosis: Stay active the safe way
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Benefits of exercise
Before you start
Choosing the right form of exercise
Strength training
Weight-bearing aerobic activities
Flexibility exercises
Stability and balance exercises
Movements to avoid
Benefits of exercise
Before you start
Choosing the right form of exercise
Strength training
Weight-bearing aerobic activities
Flexibility exercises
Stability and balance exercises
Movements to avoid
Stability and balance exercises
Efforts to prevent falls are especially important for people with osteoporosis. Stability and balance exercises help muscles work together in a way that makes falls less likely. Simple exercises that improve stability and balance include standing on one leg and movement-based exercises such as tai chi.
