A study in the Journal of Endocrinology showed that 16 weeks of resistance training (3x/week) for 60 minutes/session had a significant impact on bone mineral density (BMD), helping reduce osteoporotic fractures. . It's easy to say though, "none of this applies to me as I'm still young." Well, we know that we reach our peak bone density fairly early in life (20s-30s) and then hormonal changes (women) and increasing age (men and women) lead to decreases in BMD. Even if young, now is the time to maximize bone density, to reach a higher peak, through proper training and nutritional habits as these may help reduce our risk of fractures later in life. . Adding resistance training to our exercise program has numerous benefits to the musculoskeletal system. The physical weight load on the bone itself remodels the bone, increasing density over time. The program does not need to be complicated either: a few simple movements, whether it be with machines or free weights, can have a major impact on our overall health. •••••••••• 📝 Tom Walters, DPT @rehabscience 📚 Huovinen V, et al. Bone mineral density is increased after a 16-week resistance training intervention in elderly women with decreased muscle strength. Eur J Endocrinol, 2016