so much new information all the time! one of my goals with this blog is to help you be aware of some of this new information in a concise manner. just as there are numerous studies and discoveries in the areas of health and nutrition leading to revised recommendations (coconut oil was once the worst, now not so bad and even beneficial) it is also true in the world of exercise/fitness. of course the benefits of cardio, strength training and flexibility haven't changed but to achieve certain targeted benefits you need to keep up to date.
for instance women, especially after menopause, lose bone mass. this is a critical issue as loss of bone mass may lead to future fractures and frailty. taking a calcium supplement is not enough protection. bone is living tissue and needs to be worked, worked harder than previously thought. new studies have shown that if we want to increase bone mass we need to place more force/impact on our bones. great cardio exercises like rowing, swimming and biking will not help our bones grow stronger. brisk walking, stair climbing and weight lifting will. jumping jacks, jumping rope even hopping around will. no expensive exercise equipment needed.
so if you see me or others jumping or hopping around you now know why.
ps-remember to progress slowly with higher impact types of exercises and unless you are very fit plyometrics is not for you. some trainers push clients to do movements they are not ready for-you know your body best. if in doubt consult your doctor.
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