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Jump for Strong Bones
Remember cartwheels? Jump rope? One-on-one basketball? Playing like a kid could just make your bones stronger. Why? Because bounding, jumping, and tumbling put significant stress on the skeleton. And bones respond to stress by growing.
Remember cartwheels? Jump rope? One-on-one basketball? Playing like a kid could just make your bones stronger. Why? Because bounding, jumping, and tumbling put significant stress on the skeleton. And bones respond to stress by growing.
Here are some ways to add high-impact activities to a well-rounded exercise routine:
- Seek out rougher terrain when walking—pound up and down hills or seek out stairwells.
- Take up step aerobics, racket sports, basketball, or jump rope.
- Add lunges, squats, and jumps to your workout.
High-impact exercises can be tough on the joints. So consult your doctor before trying these activities if you have arthritis, osteoporosis, or other joint problems.