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While at the show, I had the opportunity to participate in a seminar, where the topic was the relationship between gardening and bone health, specifically related to gardening as a weight-bearing exercise, which may lead to strong bones. I was able to share my passion for gardening, and how excited I was to learn that gardening is one of the best exercises you can do to keep your bones strong.
As I walked around the exhibit floor, I compared notes with fellow gardeners and picked up some great tips that I can't wait to try out at home. Many of the tips extend beyond gardening and apply to all types of exercise—like making sure to hydrate often and varying your routine to work muscles from your whole body.
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I would love to hear your tips for incorporating physical activity into your daily routine. What fun things do you like to do to get exercise in the outdoors? Go to www.BoneHealth.com to share your exercise tips and get some inspiration from the fabulous Bone Divas.
If you're in the San Francisco area this month, the San Francisco Flower & Garden Show March 12-16 will feature a "Gardening for Good Health" seminar which will focus on the link between gardening and good bone health. And if you stop by the Women's Health Pavilion, you can receive a free bone mineral density scan.
Please join me in a commitment to being active in the outdoors as we head toward the warmer months of spring, and check back often to chart your progress and receive new tips for a stronger, healthier you.
Be well and stay strong,
Look for Sally's next journal entry in
April, 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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