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Body Solid Gym Equipment – Considered One of the Best for Osteoporosis

Body Solid gym equipment is ideal for those struggling with osteoporosis. Livestrong published an article on the 16th of August 2022 that suggests various Body Solid equipment to assist those that have osteoporosis.

Here is all about Osteoporosis and how you can combat its negative side effects.

About Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a condition that affects bones, making them weak and fragile. It’s often called the “silent disease” because there are usually no symptoms until a bone is fractured.

Osteoporosis is most common in women over the age of 50, but it can affect anyone. It’s important to be aware of the risk factors and to get checked for osteoporosis if you’re at risk. There are treatments available to help prevent or slow down osteoporosis.

If you have osteoporosis, it’s important to take steps to protect your bones and avoid falls. Exercise, especially weight training is a good way to strengthen your bones, but it is crucial to use the right gym equipment and technique to avoid causing more harm than good.

Training Right for Osteoporosis 

The Body-Solid GLPH1100 Leg Press & Hack Squat, Powerline PVLP156X Vertical Leg Press, Powerline PCCO90X Cable Crossover, Body-Solid GCC0150S Cable Crossover and Body-Solid GDCC250G Deluxe Cable Crossover are among the top machines to consider when looking to buy gym equipment that is safe to use for those suffering from this “silent disease”.

The leg press machines keep your feet fixed to the weight that’s moving. And unlike a squat, the weight puts minimal pressure on your knees and ankles.

When performing a leg press exercise, it’s important not to lean too far forward and keep a micro-bend in the knees throughout the exercise. Never fully extend your knees at the top of the movement.

Consider trying to do this exercise one leg at a time if you struggle with muscle imbalances. Keep in mind that you would have to half the weight you usually use as you are using one leg at a time.

Standing cable rows with our Cable Crossovers helps increase the weight your spine has to hold, helping build more strength and stability while making it easy to maintain proper form and eliminating the risk of injury.

The Benefits of Exercising with Osteoporosis 

If you have been diagnosed with Osteoporosis and you are hesitant to start an exercise regime for fear of possibly injuring yourself, you couldn’t be more wrong. Exercise is very beneficial for people with osteoporosis. It can help to improve your balance and coordination, as well as increase your bone density.

Like a muscle, bone is living tissue that responds to exercise by becoming stronger. Young women and men who exercise regularly generally achieve greater peak bone mass (maximum bone density and strength) than those who do not.

Exercising can also help us maintain muscle strength, coordination, and balance, which in turn helps to prevent falls and related fractures. This is especially important for older adults and people who have been diagnosed with osteoporosis.

Resistance training with proper form is one of the best exercises to help build strong bones and muscles. That is why we can strongly recommend the above-mentioned Body Solid gym equipment.

Other Factors to Consider

Although exercise is one crucial part of osteoporosis treatment and prevention, you should also consider getting in enough vitamin D and calcium through supplementing or food.

Avoid using tobacco and alcohol which causes low bone mass.

If strength training is not your cup of tea, Ellipticals are one of the best cardio machines for someone with osteoporosis as they have a lesser impact on your joints.  Using an elliptical is a weight-bearing workout that incorporates upper-body strength training with the machine’s arm levers and lower-body strength training.

If you are looking for a top-quality Elliptical cardio machine that will last for years to come, have a look at the Horizon EX59 Elliptical, Fitnex E55SG Elliptical and Steelflex XE7400 Elliptical.

In conclusion, why Body Solid Gym Equipment is considered the best for Osteoporosis?  

Body Solid Gym Equipment is designed to be gentle on the joints and muscles while still providing a great workout. Additionally, Body-Solid offers a wide variety of equipment that can be used to tailor training specifically for those with osteoporosis. Those with osteoporosis should consult their doctor before starting any new exercise routine.

Come in and speak to one of our trained and experienced Fitness Consultants and we will help you get the right Body Solid gym equipment for your needs!

 

 

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