Why Don't You Believe Weight Lifting Can Help With Stronger Bone?

When I tell people who aren't educated about how weight training can help build stronger bones, aka bone density, people will go, "Huh?" What is the relation between them? So today, I will tell you why in this article.

Myth 1: Weight Training Is Dangerous for Your Bones (False)

In reality, weight-bearing exercises like weight training can increase bone density. The Journal of Bone and Mineral Research supports this, stating that "resistance training stimulates osteoblast activity," which strengthens bones.

Myth 2: Only High-Intensity Training Can Improve Bone Density (False)

This isn't entirely true. A study by the National Institutes of Health found "significant increases in bone mineral density” in people engaging in moderate resistance training.

Myth 3: Weight Training Only Benefits Younger People (False)

Bone density can be improved at any age through resistance training, says a study from the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. So, it's never too late to start.

Myth 4: Resistance Training Decreases the Risk of Fractures (True)

According to a New England Journal of Medicine study, weight training "improves strength, increases bone density, and limits bone loss," thus reducing fracture risk.

Myth 5: Weight Training Can Slow down Osteoporosis (True)

This is accurate. A report by the National Osteoporosis Foundation mentions that "weight-bearing exercise like weight training helps slow the rate of bone loss in osteoporosis."

Most of us know the usual suspects that keep our bones healthy - calcium, vitamin D, and good milk. But there's another player in this game, one that's often overlooked. Any guesses? It's weightlifting, my friend.

Weightlifting isn't just for beefing up muscles and looking like a Marvel superhero. It can help improve your bone density, which is pretty awesome.

Bones are like living tissue; they need action to stay healthy and strong. That's where weightlifting comes into play. Lifting weights puts pressure on the bones, encouraging them to ramp up their production of cells - strengthening the structure in the process.

I'm not suggesting you start throwing around 200-pound weights from tomorrow. Start small, gradually increase the weights, and stay consistent. Remember, Rome wasn't built in a day, nor will your bone strength be.

Here's an analogy to wrap this up. Think of your bones as a bank account. Every time you lift weights, it’s like making a deposit, fortifying your 'bone bank' little by little. On the other hand, a sedentary lifestyle is like making withdrawals, slowly depleting your bone health.

Hopefully, this gives you a new perspective on weightlifting and inspires you to prioritize your bone health as much as your muscles. So, anytime you're concerned about your bones, remember our little "banking" analogy and start "depositing" by lifting weights.

Edison

Master Coach

KBF