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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Diagnosed with osteopenia several years ago. I take a vitamin D supplement and eat a calcium rich diet. Cardiologist recommends to NOT take calcium supplement. Exercise- light weights, hiking, walking. 
Due for 3 year follow-up scan this year. [/quote]

Why no calcium? [/quote]

Why only light weights? Everything I've read says heavy weights to point of failure. I have a family history of osteoporosis so I had a baseline DEXA right after menopause and have mild osteopenia in a few locations. I started heavy weights other strength resistance exercise and more cardio that includes plyometrics. I am also trying to get more calcium rich foods - sardines, dairy products.  I probably won't get another scan for a year or so and hoping to see some improvement. [/quote]

Heavy weights is recommended for osteopenia. Read the Liftmor studies. Light weights are recommended for osteoporosis as your bones can fracture from heavy weights.[/quote]

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