Sarah Purcell | Strength training & Pilates with Osteoporosis
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In this episode, Nikki chats with movement teacher Sarah Purcell about her experience being diagnosed with osteoporosis and how women can navigate fitness with this diagnosis:
They discuss:
- What you need to know about bone density, bone quality, and the different test scores in relation to osteopenia and osteoporosis
- How to get started strength training safely and effectively if you have this diagnosis
- Why strength training is an important part of building and maintaining bone density to reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis
- The role that Pilates and stability training can play in your fitness practice as a compliment to strength training if you have bone density issues
- What exercises you may want to include or avoid if low bone density is a concern for you
To connect with Sarah and learn more about her work:
- Visit her website sarah-purcell.com
- Listen to her podcast Bone Boot Camp with Sarah Purcell
- Join her private FB group Osteoporosis Movement Community
Connect with Nikki + other links mention in the episode:
- Join her list for free workouts and fitness tips at naablevy.com/newsletter
- Follow her on instagram @naablevy
- Join the Total Package Membership site at gettotalpackage.com
- Sign up for livestream classes with Sarah if you are already a Total Package member at gettotalpackage.com/live
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