Building Old Bones Building Old Bones Building a good exercise program may help you build up your aging bones. Researchers say regular exercise can help slow down osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is characterized by low bone mass and a breakdown in bone tissue which makes the bones more susceptible to breaking. Men and women are both susceptible to these fractures, but postmenopausal women face a significantly greater risk.
Inactivity is a leading cause of declining bone mass.
Doctors at UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas point out that we lose muscle as we age, so it's important to keep what we have in shape. By increasing your strength, you're less likely to fall and you're able to go about your daily activities more comfortably. Building your muscle strength and mass also has been shown to build bone density. Check with your physician before beginning any kind of exercise program. Review your choices and develop a program that fits your lifestyle.