High Impact

High impact exercise refers to physical activities where both feet leave the ground simultaneously, such as jumping rope, running, and jumping jacks. These types of exercises have been shown to have a positive impact on bone health, particularly when engaged in at an early age. Recent research also suggests that improvements in bone health can be achieved later in life through high impact exercise.

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    Jumping Rope

    Jump for Your Health: Why Jumping Rope is a Fantastic Aerobic Exercise Jumping rope is often an overlooked exercise, especially for adults. Most of us associate it with childhood memories—whether it’s the fun of playground games or the endless drills from gym class. The idea that it could be a part of our regular fitness…

  • High Impact and Bone Health

    High Impact Exercise and Bone Health Research is now showing that engaging in some higher impact activities may help make a positive contribution to bone health. Past studies have established that paying attention to bone health should begin at an early age, while more current studies are showing evidence that an improvement in bone health…