Strength Training for Bone Density
- Strength training is crucial for stabilizing bone density.
- Women experience a disproportionate drop in bone density due to lower estrogen levels, especially during middle age.
- This makes strength training even more vital for women to mitigate bone density loss.
- External load-bearing exercises, like strength training, are essential, as activities like running, cycling, swimming, and yoga don't provide the same benefit.
Exercise and Weight Loss
- Prioritize caloric restriction over exercise for weight loss.
- Exercise isn't a primary tool for weight loss, but it helps maintain healthy weight.
- Focus on overall health, which is more important than weight loss itself.
- Exercise is crucial for body composition, which matters more than weight.
- BMI is not a very valuable tool for assessing health.