Strong Women Build Strong Bones:

Nutrition And Exercise To Prevent And Reverse Bone Loss

Wednesdays, October 6-27, 2004: 12:10-12:50

Location to be announced

Instructor: Elaine Mansfield

Website: www.lightlink.com/elaine

Low bone density (osteoporosis or osteopenia) is preventable or reversible at any age with a well-designed exer­cise and nutrition program.  The same program that increases your bone strength will improve your general health and promote healthy aging.  This class, designed for women of all ages and fitness levels, will help you develop strong bones for life.  The class will emphasize the following:

• Designing an efficient exercise program for lowering fracture risk and increasing bone density

• Using nutrition and nutritional supplements to improve bone density

• Instruction in strength-training exercises that focus on hip, spine, and wrist bones

• Understanding risk factors for osteoporosis and osteopenia

• Understanding testing: bone scans, bone resorption, and vitamin D

  © 2004 Elaine Mansfield