The Single Leg Wall Squat with Ball is a strength exercise from the Exercise for Better Bones program specifically designed for the Elite Level. Single Leg Wall Squat Benefits The single leg wall squat exercise will benefit the following muscle groups: Quadriceps. Buttocks. Back … [Read more...] about Single Leg Wall Squat with Stability Ball
Ten Osteoporosis Exercises to Avoid
This article identifies ten osteoporosis exercises to avoid. (The term "osteoporosis exercise contraindications" is the medical term for "osteoporosis exercise to avoid"). In addition to these osteoporosis exercise precautions, I cover several yoga and Pilates exercises to avoid if you have … [Read more...] about Ten Osteoporosis Exercises to Avoid
Balance Ball Exercises
I will demonstrate three different variations of balance ball exercises — each one progressively more challenging than the last. Are you ready? Before we start, we should cover why you need a burst resistant exercise ball. Read my blog article Use a Burst Resistant Exercise Ball and then come … [Read more...] about Balance Ball Exercises
Single Leg Reach
The Single Leg Reach is a balance exercise from the Exercise for Better Bones program specifically designed for the Athletic Level. Single Leg Reach • Balance Exercise This is the single leg reach balance exercise. If this is the first time you attempt this, you may choose to do it between … [Read more...] about Single Leg Reach
Vitamin K2 Dosage for Osteoporosis Treatment
In this blog post, I discuss Vitamin K2 and osteoporosis. Specifically, I cover the scientific research into the role of Vitamin K in improving bone health. I also list the foods high in Vitamin K2, provide the current recommended Vitamin K2 dosage for osteoporosis, discuss Vitamin K2 deficiency, … [Read more...] about Vitamin K2 Dosage for Osteoporosis Treatment
How to Increase Femoral Neck Bone Density
This blog post addresses the following topics: what is femoral neck, what femoral neck osteoporosis exercises do I recommend for my patients, and what recommendations I provide my patients on how to increase femoral neck bone density. Introduction In this blog I share with you some … [Read more...] about How to Increase Femoral Neck Bone Density
Running and Osteoporosis
A recent research paper looked into running and osteoporosis and addressed the question: is running good for osteoporosis? The authors' specifically discussed the kind of load you need to build bone and addressed whether running created adequate load for bone building for individuals with … [Read more...] about Running and Osteoporosis
Dumbbell Pullover on Floor
The straight arm dumbbell floor pullovers weight bearing exercise is an Active level strength exercise. In this video I will demonstrate dumbbell pullover technique. Benefits of Dumbbell Pullover on Floor Exercise The straight arm dumbbell floor pullovers have a number of benefits for strength … [Read more...] about Dumbbell Pullover on Floor
Clock Lunges
In this video blog, I have my son, John, demonstrate how to do the clock lunges exercise. This exercise is an ideal warm up for tennis players, Nordic Walkers and other active athletes. Make it part of your warmup program! Clock Lunges Exercise Hi, I'm Margaret at MelioGuide, and I have my son … [Read more...] about Clock Lunges
Exercises for Osteoporosis of the Hip
The hip area is often at risk of a fracture for people with osteoporosis, osteopenia and low bones density. There are several exercises that target the bones and muscles in the hips and can help to reduce the risk of a fracture. One to consider is the hip raise. In this blog, I demonstrate five … [Read more...] about Exercises for Osteoporosis of the Hip
Hypermobility Exercises
Today I am going to talk about hypermobility exercises and specifically what modifications you need to make to have a hypermobility syndrome exercise program that is safe and effective. I have a section dedicated to core exercises for hypermobility. Finally, I answer the question: Do people who have … [Read more...] about Hypermobility Exercises
Hypermobility and Yoga
Today I want to cover hypermobility and yoga. I find that many people who practice and enjoy yoga are naturally flexible. But should you modify your yoga practice if you have hypermobility syndrome? Hypermobility and Yoga Today I'm going to talk about hypermobility and yoga. This is an … [Read more...] about Hypermobility and Yoga
Hypermobility Test
What is the hypermobility test that you or your Physical Therapist can do to determine if you have hypermobility syndrome? What are the implications for you if you happen to have hypermobililty syndrome? I discuss these issues in this video blog and work with Victoria — one of my clients — to … [Read more...] about Hypermobility Test
Rebounder Trampoline
The rebounder trampoline is a popular exercise equipment. Readers ask me if using the rebounder trampoline will build bone density and improve skeletal health. They also ask if the rebounder is safe to use for someone with osteoporosis or low bone density and are there better exercise alternatives … [Read more...] about Rebounder Trampoline
How to Do the Side Lying Leg Lift
The side lying leg lifts (or side lying leg raises) exercise is a corner stone of many Physical Therapy exercise programs because it plays an important role in keeping our hip and knees strong. Let's cover how to do these exercises correctly. But before we do that, we should discuss the benefits of … [Read more...] about How to Do the Side Lying Leg Lift