H22:Too Fit to Fracture

Do you consider yourself to be fit? When assessing fitness, most of us think about our cardiovascular or muscular fitness. Although this is important, as we age, we should broaden our concept to include skeletal or bone fitness. After age 30, our bones have an increased tendency towards loss of density. In some individuals this leads to osteoporosis, which increases fracture risk. The good news is there are several steps you can take to increase your "bone fitness." Exercise is important for everyone, but especially those diagnosed with osteoporosis.

Purpose: Learn about skeletal fitness and how to improve it safely

Facilitator: Karen Beale (Guest Presenter - Lee Health)