Reversing osteoporosis

By Evan Ferwerda, Owner; Alloy Personal Training

Osteoporosis affects almost 20 percent of women and five percent of men, an estimated 44 million Americans.

One of the risk factors for osteoporosis is physical inactivity. Called a “silent disease,” people often don’t know they have it until they fall and break a bone.

It can be a scary diagnosis for anyone. The good news is, you have to power to prevent and reverse the disease.

Since muscles are attached to bones and tendons, putting stress on them helps spur the growth of bone cells. The best way to strengthen muscles is strength training.

We’ve worked with many members who are seeking to address their osteoporosis. Our training helps us individualize the workouts that will safely build their muscle and bone. We work with advanced functional equipment—sleds, medicine balls, TRX resistance bands, kettle bells, stationary bikes and battle ropes—that’s tailor made for foundational and functional strength training.

One of our members has already reversed her disease to a less severe case of osteopenia. In just four months with us her numbers have dramatically improved.

Monitoring your diet, especially your protein intake, which builds muscle, is also key. We recommend a daily intake of one gram of protein for every pound of muscle mass you have. It’s good to know your numbers. We invite anyone in for a free InBody Scan to find out how much muscle mass they have. No strings attached.

Designed by exercise physiologists, physical therapists, dieticians and behavioral specialists, Alloy Personal Training offers the intensity of one-on-one training, with the accountability and affordability of small classes in a state-of-the-art facility. It’s located within Merchants Square at 123 Ghent Road in Fairlawn. Call 330-964-6954 or visit AlloyPersonalTraining.com for more information.