As we get older our bodies change in a variety of ways, unfortunately not for the better. Although we can’t stop the hands of time that make look and feel older we can do things to slow it down. Strength training is a great way to keep your muscles strong and tone. But can it help with the problems that aging has on your bones.

What does aging do to the body’s bones?
So often in older people you will notice that their posture is bad as if their back has lost its support causing them to change the way they walk and stand. The reason behind this is that the bones in the spine, the vertebrae, lose calcium and minerals causing them to become thinner. This in turn causes the spine to curve and the bones and disks become compressed together. Other bones also lose calcium and minerals causing them to become brittle. The joints between the muscles are also affected by age. They become stiff and they lose their flexibility due to the lose of fluid.
All these changes can lead to limited mobility and possibly arthritis.

What can be done about all this?
Strength training of course and a healthy diet will be your best bet at slowing down the effects of aging on your bones and joints.

Always remember to check with your doctor before starting any exercise program.