Movement · October 22, 2026 · 0:38
Bone Density and Resistance Exercise
Dr. Anna Schwartz explains how lifting weights helps protect and rebuild bone density, and why you should start with very light weights.
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TLDR
- Bone density loss and osteoporosis are frailty issues for older adults.
- Dr. Schwartz says resistance exercise is key to building bone back, or at least reducing the loss.
- She notes that many trials show the benefits of lifting weights.
- She says hormone therapy is important for women who can take it, to protect bone density.
- Build up with very light weights. Do not start by picking up 50 pounds.
Bone density and osteoporosis are frailty issues that many older adults face. I asked Dr. Anna Schwartz, our Chief Longevity Officer, what helps.
In this short talk you will hear:
- Why resistance exercise is key for bone density
- What many trials have shown about lifting weights
- What she says about hormone therapy for women who can take it
- Why you build up slowly and start with very light weights