Walking and weight training may not be enough to keep your bones strong
A surprising new study suggests that walking, jogging, and even traditional weight training may be less effective at stimulating bone formation than high-intensity sports involving explosive movements and sudden changes in direction. Researchers found that activities such as football and handball increased markers of bone formation by up to 46%, potentially revealing a better way to...
Key Takeaways
- A surprising new study suggests that walking, jogging, and even traditional weight training may be less effective at stimulating bone formation than high-intensity sports involving explosive movements and sudden changes in direction.
- Researchers found that activities such as football and handball increased markers of bone formation by up to 46%, potentially revealing a better way to protect bones against aging and osteoporosis.
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A surprising new study suggests that walking, jogging, and even traditional weight training may be less effective at stimulating bone formation than high-intensity sports involving explosive movements and sudden changes in direction. Researchers found that activities such as football and handball increased markers of bone formation by up to 46%, potentially revealing a better way to protect bones against aging and osteoporosis.
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