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Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Sneak peak of Modern Management of the Older Adult podcast that drops Thursday. Check out @mmoa.icephysio on Instagram to watch the podcast.

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Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Which types of exercise prevent falls, and may prevent fractures? Research shows: • Balance + functional training → 24% fewer falls • Tai Chi → 19% fewer falls • Combined programs → 34% fewer falls • Strength training with impact → best for bone strength What is your exercise plan for 2026?

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Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Can exercise improve bone mineral density if you’re already taking osteoporosis medication—or does the medication interfere? 👉 Subscribe to BonES Lab for science-based insights on bone health and exercise!

Exercise + Osteoporosis Medication: Can you boost bone mineral density?

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Should you do deadlifts? Brief tips on how to master the version of this exercise that is right for you. youtube.com/shorts/iE247...

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Master the Hip Hinge: Deadlift Variations for Strength at Any Age! #osteoporosis

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

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Do prunes increase bone mineral density? BonES lab gives you the science in this YouTube short: youtube.com/shorts/kb8C2...

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Prunes for stronger bones? What the science REALLY tells us #bonehealth

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

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Three things you should know about the osteoporosis medication denosumab (Prolia) - animated video by BonES lab. youtu.be/p0xgr1vNeyM

Denosumab (Prolia): 3 Things You Should Know

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

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Want some ideas for balance training? Sit-to-stand, standing heel raises, toe raises, toe taps on a step, hinge and reach, and side stepping might be some options.

Example beginner balance and lower extremity strength program: Sit-to-stand
Standing heel raises
Seated toe raises
Toe taps on step
Hinge and reach forward
Side stepping
As many repetitions as possible in 1 minute. Repeat twice. Use counter or support object as needed

Progressions: Lower seat, load it up, or hover sit-to-stand
Single leg heel raise
Walking on heels
Step ups on step
One leg hinge and reach
Sideways mini-lunge

includes a picture of a man bendng forward slightly at the waist with arms reaching out overhead.

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

I Hate My Weighted Vest - new article in The Cut (New York Magazine), featuring interview with yours truly. www.thecut.com/article/do-w...

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I Hate My Weighted Vest

TikTok’s favorite fitness trend makes walking far less enjoyable.

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Things you should know about weighted vests and bone mineral density: a new short video by the BonES lab! youtu.be/oJ2PFkRi6Jo

Things you should know about weighted vests and bone mineral density

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Terminology related to menopause confusing to you? Here is a great infographic:

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

The Too Fit To Fracture Booklet is now available for download (page down): osteostrategy.on.ca/patients/

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

There is no convincing evidence that yoga can increase bone mineral density in people with low bone mass. Any studies that have been done are very low quality. Yes that includes Fishman Method. If someone is selling yoga programs for bone strength, they don't know or understand the science.

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Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

📣Call for Papers in APNM! Bone Health and Fracture Risk🦴 We're highlighting #exericse & #nutrition research on #BoneHealth & #FractureRisk Details: 🔗https://ow.ly/AoCQ50UHqrw Guest eds: Brent Edwards, Lora Giangregorio, & Wendy Ward @FF_Network

$Text: Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism. Call for Papers: Bone Health and Fracture Risk. Image: X-ray of fractured bone.$

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Quick video to answer the question: I have osteoporosis- should I do sit-ups? youtu.be/0dLqura0KKo?...

I have osteoporosis. Should I do sit-ups?

Lora Giangregorio, PhD @loragiangregorio.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

BonES lab and international colleagues have submitted a letter to the editor requesting retraction of a paper accepted in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism about Osteostrong. We created a video for lay people wanting to learn more here: youtu.be/fI3s_bbqrKQ

Osteostrong and Osteoporosis: BonES lab review of new study