In this episode, Nikki chats with movement teacher Sarah Purcell about her experience being diagnosed with osteoporosis and how women can navigate fitness with this diagnosis:

They discuss:

• What you need to know about bone density, bone quality, and the different test scores in relation to osteopenia and osteoporosis
• How to get started strength training safely and effectively if you have this diagnosis
• Why strength training is an important part of building and maintaining bone density to reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis
• The role that Pilates and stability training can play in your fitness practice as a compliment to strength training if you have bone density issues
• What exercises you may want to include or avoid if low bone density is a concern for you

To connect with Sarah and learn more about her work:

• Visit her website sarah-purcell.com
• Listen to her podcast Bone Boot Camp with Sarah Purcell
• Join her private FB group Osteoporosis Movement Community

Connect with Nikki + other links mention in the episode:

• Join her list for free workouts and fitness tips at naablevy.com/newsletter
• Follow her on instagram @naablevy
• Join the Total Package Membership site at gettotalpackage.com
• Sign up for livestream classes with Sarah if you are already a Total Package member at gettotalpackage.com/live