Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month: Activities and Events
Kick-off to Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month: Steps to Strong Bones™
Monday, May 1, at 12pm ET
Help us kick off Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month with a lively discussion about bone health! Did you know that BHOF hosts a Steps to Strong Bones™ Zoom meeting at 12pm ET on the first Monday of every month? May’s meeting is the perfect time to join the group if you’ve never participated. This is a place where you can connect with like-minded individuals and share your progress when it comes to moving more and living a healthy lifestyle. If you’d like to participate (just once or more), click here to sign-up and we’ll be sure to send you the link to the Zoom meeting every month.
Strength Training and Balance Training Using Exercise Gliding Discs
Monday, May 1, at 4pm ET
This class is for experienced exercisers with osteoporosis. Improving balance is a priority for those with osteoporosis. Falls and fall-related injuries, such as a hip fracture, can have a serious consequences. Being nervous about falling may cause you to withdraw from daily activities and decrease your quality of life. Gliders (sliders) can help you to have better balance and coordination and are a fantastic addition to your workout. There are unlimited exercise progressions and regressions, which make it appropriate for all ages. Using gliders can simulate the feeling of being on a slippery surface such as ice or soft ground thereby training your body to react in a way which would prevent a fall. It is fun to change up a routine –you will never be bored. Gliders are portable and can be used on any surface. You should have clearance from your healthcare provider before beginning any new exercise routine. You will need gliders, hand weights, a mat, resistance band. Have a chair, sturdy table or barre available so that you can have something to hold on to if needed. You can contact Carol Michaels to make sure that this class is appropriate for your health issues and fitness level. If you would like to participate, send an email to caroljmichaels@gmail.com and you will receive a Zoom invite the evening before the class. Class size is limited. For more information about Carol, visit www.CarolMichaelsFitness.com.
Sunday Gentle Pilates Classes at Symmetry Dance and Wellness
Sundays, May 7-28, 1:30pm-3pm ET
Symmetry Dance Wellness, 2006 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, PA, 267.601.1442
Learn how to strengthen your core, improve breathing, flexibility, concentration, and balance. While this 90-minute mat class is safe if you have osteoporosis, you should have clearance from your healthcare provider before beginning any new exercise routine. Classes are $22.00 or via the Symmetry class card punch. $10.00 per person for ALL the May Sunday classes will be donated to the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF). For questions, please contact the Instructor, BHOF Ambassador Penelope Wasserman, at 413.464.4745c.
Your Path to Good Bone Health – Preventing and Managing Osteoporosis Webinar
Wednesday, May 10, 11am ET
Hosted by Presbyterian Senior Services of New York, please join Lindsey West, Chief Program Officer at the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF), as she talks about the importance of maintaining your bone health as you age. With May being Osteoporosis Awareness & Prevention Month, come learn more about how you prevent and manage the disease while preserving the health of your bones! Click here to register.
Risk Assessment & Diagnosis Webinar
Wednesday, May 10, 2pm ET
Join Dr. Kristi Tough, Internist, to learn about various risk factors associated with osteoporosis, including lifestyle choices, genetics, and certain medical conditions. You will also learn about diagnostic tools and how to interpret results. The webinar will emphasize patient education and empowerment, providing strategies for improving bone health and preventing fractures. Finally, this webinar will discuss which types of healthcare providers treat osteoporosis and when to talk to your primary care physician about a potential referral to a specialist.
Click here to register.
Medication & Treatment Webinar
Monday, May 15, 1pm ET
Join BHOF Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Andrea Singer, for an informative webinar about osteoporosis medication and treatment options. Hear about some of the latest developments in osteoporosis treatments, including types of medications and lifestyle changes. You will also learn about some of the associated benefits and risks and gain insight into speaking with your healthcare provider about treatment planning and osteoporosis management.
Click here to register.
On-Demand Webinars
De-Stressing in Nature for Bone Health: https://vimeo.com/715685685
Walking/Running for Your Bone Health: https://vimeo.com/707893959
Mindful Movement for All Ages: https://vimeo.com/710891343
Bone Healthy Advice: Exercise, Nutrition, Mindfulness: https://vimeo.com/712991063