Build bone density, prevent falls, and live strongerStrength programs for bone health

Your bones need mechanical stress to stay strong. Without it, they weaken — slowly at first, then faster after age 50. Resistance training provides exactly the stress bones need to maintain and rebuild density. It's one of the most effective non-pharmaceutical interventions for osteoporosis prevention and management.

But not all exercise is equal for bone health. Walking is good; targeted strength training is significantly better. The programs below focus on the exercises, loading patterns, and training structures that research has shown to be most effective for building bone density and reducing fracture risk.