Now, bonehealth.com – your resource for staying fit and bone healthy – offers The Bone Healthy Workout. Once you have talked to your doctor, I encourage you to make this series of exercises part of your bone health routine. Developed by nationally renowned fitness expert Kathy Kaehler, the workout may help improve your strength, coordination, flexibility and balance. The workout was designed specifically for women with osteoporosis – but it's a great routine for all women.
Check out www.bonehealth.com to view The Bone Healthy Workout video and hear an important message from me. After my doctor diagnosed me with osteoporosis, I was sure to include regular exercise as part of my commitment to maintaining my bone health. Along with the video, you can also download a printed version with pictures of Kathy showing you, step by step, how to perform each
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exercise. That way, you can do the workout anytime - at home, at the gym or on the road. This is a great step forward in your commitment to bone health, so check it out! Be sure to talk to your doctor before beginning any new physical activity.
Don’t forget to talk to your doctor about your treatment options and if there’s more you can do to improve your bone health. Be sure to ask your doctor about diet, exercise, vitamins and prescription medications.
The stories that you have all shared with me are so empowering and encouraging. For those of you with a voice that has yet to be heard, please share your story with me so that I can continue to learn from all of you
Stay strong.
Look for Sally's next journal entry, as well as other information on managing postmenopausal osteoporosis. Talk to your doctor about how to manage your bone health, including diet, exercise, and treatment options.
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