Because of the interest of many of you in exercise DVDs and videos, this is to let you know about NOF’s Be BoneWise™ Exercise DVD and VHS video.
This 40-minute DVD/video provides a weight-bearing and strength training program of low impact exercises for people with low bone density or osteoporosis. There are five sections:
--warm up
--aerobics
--wall exercises
--chair exercises
--floor exercises.
The first two sections focus on whole body weight-bearing activities, and the final three sections focus on exercises that strengthen specific muscle groups. This routine avoids movements that are unsafe for people with low bone density or osteoporosis, such as twisting or jarring the spine or bending forward from the waist.
The DVD/video comes with an exercise band and “Guidelines for Safe Movement” handbook.
The exercise program is not recommended for people who are frail, have had a serious fracture or fall frequently.
The cost is $19.95 plus $5.00 shipping and handling. You can order it through our Web site at www.nofstore.org or by calling 877-868-4520.
Posted by the Education Staff at NOF