What are limitations of exercises for people having osteoporosis?

I get contrary advise on what to do when exercising because of having severe osteoporosis

It is important for people with osteo to keep active, but not to cause much wear and tear on the body. Unfortunately, it is a hard balance to strike.

I have RA, but my knees have no cartilege left and now the bone is started to erode. When I started a gym there were several exercises my doctor would let me do, some he would not.

The main thing you want to do is to strengthen muscles to support your joints. Stretching exercises are great for this. Tai Chi and yoga can help. Swimming is great! As far as gym equipment, light weight training and the use of a bicycle helps strengthen muscle. All of these, when done correctly, will give you a wonderful work out.

Treadmills and ellipticals were forbidden for me. Treadmill is particularly bad because of the additional wear and tear put on the joints. Walking is great, for when you need to walk, but to do extra in the name of exercise is not a good idea.

I don't know if it would be forbidden, but I have pretty good success with mat pilates. There are some I am unable to do because my wrists are fused but overall there is no joint impact.

I have always been a fan of Tai Chi. There are some really good videos out there that you can do at home... even sitting down. There is no contact (walking/running), and it is even a nice spiritual way to connect with YOU. Search for one that has been rated and reviewed on Amazon.com... and then check the prices with eBay.

YOU DO WALKING LOOSE WEIGHT, AND EXTREMELY LIGHT TYPE F EXERCISE.

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