The rowing machine is not as popular as it used to be. I remember seeing people work out on the rowing machine in preparation for competitive racing. It is not a great weight bearing exercise for osteoporosis, but it provides a good cardio workout and, when performed correctly, does reinforce movement from the hip and knees rather than the spine. I demonstrate the guidelines in this video.

The Elliptical Trainer machine is a fair weight bearing exercise for osteoporosis. However, there are several guidelines that you should follow to make sure that your postural alignment is correct. These simple rules will make this exercise for osteoporosis a key part of your exercise program.

Many gym exercises for osteoporosis are excellent for building bone strength, improving balance and strengthening muscle. A well designed gym osteoporosis exercise program incorporates weight bearing exercises and strength training for osteoporosis. However, certain osteoporosis exercises, when done improperly, can increase your risk of fracture. In the video, I demonstrate 8 gym exercises for osteoporosis and weight bearing exercises, and how they should be performed to maximize bone building while reducing risk of fracture.

Learn how MelioGuide can help you build stronger bones through safe and effective exercise programs for osteoporosis.

The first lesson in the MelioGuide Safe Exercise - Better Bones course. In this lesson, Margaret Martin of MelioGuide introduces the Safe Exercise - Better Bones course.

The second lesson in the MelioGuide Safe Exercise - Better Bones course. In this lesson Margaret Martin of MelioGuide presents strategies on how to stop developing the stoop that occurs from vertebral fractures.

The third lesson in the MelioGuide Safe Exercise - Better Bones course. In this lesson Margaret Martin of MelioGuide identifies the key principles of a safe and effective exercise program to prevent and treat occurs osteoporosis.

The fourth lesson in the MelioGuide Safe Exercise - Better Bones course. In this lesson Margaret Martin of MelioGuide presents the five major components that make up a comprehensive, safe and effective exercise program to treat and prevent osteoporosis.

The fifth and final lesson in the MelioGuide Safe Exercise - Better Bones course. In this lesson Margaret Martin of MelioGuide presents several MelioGuide clients who have been successful using an osteoporosis exercise program to improve the quality of their lives.