3 Exercises Proven to Boost Bone Density (50+)

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals 3 exercises to help improve bone density for people over fifty.

Studies mentioned in the video:

[gladysma]

5:25 2. Squat, preferably w weight in front of chest, 3 set 1-2 min rest in between,
7:58 3. Both hands carry weights walking, 9:41 top tips

[tommartz]

Hi Will. I enjoy your videos a lot. I am a 75 year old man who has been diagnosed with lesions on my lower spine. All other tests including CT with dye and MRI, PET and bone marrow biopsy show negative for cancer. I have a team of about a dozen doctors scratching their heads and all saying…”You actually are a pretty healthy guy!” The first CT was performed in the emergency room following a pickleball injury that cause a herniated disc. They decided to do a CT scan to see if I had a stress fracture. The lesions showed up with the CT scan as did the herniated disc. Long way to saying, I am using your exercises for “Over 70” with sciatica. They seem to be helping with the herniated disc. A follow up with an oncologist this Wednesday. By the way, i took up riding a motorcycle at age 75 this year too. Hope to be able to ride again. I need to use this video of today and the other one you just emailed me to regain strength and hopefully bone density. And your new book arrived at my home last week. Smiles and white light from the USA. Tom

[wearelegion]

I've been recently diagnosed with osteoporosis at 66. I refuse the medications so am trying supplements, a rebounder (mini trampoline) & a whole body vibration plate. Love them both since I don't leave my house much & those are things I can do in my living room.

[leneskov]

Hi Will, I am surprised that you did not mention Heel drops (lift yourself up on your toes as high as possible and drop down on your heels) as an alternative to jumping. My mother is 94 and has osteoporosis and a poor balance. I have her do 30 Heel drops a day while holding on to a something. As far as I have heard Heel drops are as effective as jumping in creating impact. And you can adjust your impact and either land really hard or softer. I love your Channel and just received your book - looking forward to read it😊

[GeetaSingh-zpwe]

Also, Will, could you please come up with a complete workout plan for people over 50? A head-to-toe and day-wise workout schedule, please.

[teresaspensley]

Thanks a million Will, you’re a star 🌟Almost 70 & I’ve just done 20 of the first exercise and feel much more alive. I will carry on with the others. God bless you 🙏👍🙋🏻‍♀️

[Fair-to-Middling]

There are also weight vests that can duplicate the 'farmer's carry', but it will keep your arms and hands free. Amazon sells them. 😊

[kenandbarbarafischer]

Hi, Will - Thanks so much for making these wonderful videos for those of us 50 and over. Just a suggestion that many women struggle with pelvic floor prolapse as well as osteopenia or osteoporosis in menopause years. I think men may also have similar kinds of issues as they age. If you would be able to make a series of sessions that focus on pelvic floor-safe bone building exercises, that would be so appreciated! Thanks again for the good work you are doing. It is improving the quality of life and overall outcomes for many men and women.

[marijkeschellenbach]

Because my body can't tolerate the medications that are used for helping bone density, this video is very helpful. Thanks Will.

[angeladavies]

Yes excellent information as I am osteopenia post menopause. Thanks explaining goblet squat by holding closets chest as third hand. I find i don't do these exercises because I really feel them😅, but watching & listening to you I will. Confidence & technique was my handicap. Thankyou.

[katiefaith]

I love this dude...his book is a must ❤

[michellehouareau]

Hey Will! I am a 60 year old women diagnosed with osteopenia. I loved this video. I have a rebounder gathering dust. Could you do a sample 10 minute workout on a rebounder to help improve bone density please?
I also enjoyed your 10 minutes core workout video and I am seeing results with that.
Thanks for your content on your You Tube channel. It is so practical and worthwhile.

[wendy]

Great suggestions and especially great that you demonstrated the movements so thoroughly. Will do, Will!

[gladysma]

Thank you for such a great video, particularly every exercise can be done at home. For my own easy review:
3:41 1. Jump, squat lightly, hands on waist, jump and rest for 30 sec. X10

[christinalucas]

Such an amazing video. You explain so well and your voice is the best to listen to ❤

[jacquelinedevlin]

Your new book is filled with invaluable information - thank you.

[CapeCodBelle]

Thanks Will! This information is going to be so helpful for me!

[GeetaSingh-zpwe]

Dear Will, as usual, [your content is] brilliant, and you make it so easy for us to do these! I am eternally grateful to you! Please could you come up with some exercises for people who may be affected by polio and have various orthopaedic issues?

[gayleandrus]

Hi Will,
I'm an OT in Alaska and love your videos! Thanks for all your efforts and positive energy!

Just wanted to make you aware regarding jumping, I ran across a systematic review in the last month (cannot immediately recall the source) that indicated rebounding did not demonstrate evidence of improvement in bone density. But yes to jumping, if it is not medically contraindicated.

Keep up the good work!

[lynettejackle]

Just what I have been waiting for! Thank you so much!! Have written to you previously. Your 2024 book ordered and paid today, but Amazon says - out of stock. Cannot tell us when we can expect to have it😢