The From Labs to Lives Blog connects everyday topics with UC Davis research. Each post is reviewed by our experts, ensuring you always get useful information you can trust. Bone density isn’t just ...

A CSCS coach shares 5 morning bone strengthening exercises after 60 that load the body better than seated machines.

Don’t forget to build your bones! Aside from not wanting to look frail, it’s important to have strong bones to prevent injuries. Everyone lists a different age, but the consensus is, in our 30’s bone ...

Many people think of bones as static and unchanging, but bones are actually dynamic, living tissues. They constantly undergo a process called remodeling, where old bone tissue is broken down ...

Maintaining strong, healthy bones is essential for keeping you active and independent as you age. But over time, bone density naturally declines, which can increase your risk of fractures and ...

Making decisions that help your bones grow big and strong is often a priority when you’re a kid. But as you get older—and especially after menopause—maintaining them brings on renewed importance.

Every year after menopause, women lose approximately 1-2% of their bone density. This accelerated decline occurs because estrogen, which plays a vital role in bone remodeling, drops dramatically ...

More than 40 million adults in the U.S. ages 50 and older have osteopenia, or low bone density. An FDA-approved wearable ...

The answer depends on your individual risk for bone fracture and the type of exercise. For most men with early prostate cancer, it’s safe to engage in light or moderate exercise. Physical activity is ...

Researchers have discovered a biological switch that explains why movement keeps bones strong. The protein senses physical activity and pushes bone marrow stem cells to build bone instead of storing ...

You’ve probably heard of high intensity interval training (a.k.a. HIIT), but have you heard of high impact training? Though they sound similar, these two types of exercise are a little different. Like ...