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For years, my husband Eric insisted weightlifting was beneficial, but I dismissed it…until I attended a Bone Health symposium and learned that lifting heavy weights is key to preventing bone loss. Humbled, I admitted he was right and began my commitment to an eight-month LIFTMOR-inspired strength training experiment.

The Roussouly classification system categorizes sagittal spinal alignment into four types, which play a crucial role in both surgical decision-making and Schroth therapy for scoliosis. Understanding one's spine type allows for personalized exercise strategies that optimize posture, stability, and injury prevention.

Fatty infiltration of back muscles, especially in scoliosis patients, is linked to sedentary lifestyles and can be reversed with exercise. The Schroth method, focusing on spinal muscle strengthening, helps prevent and treat this issue. Encouraging physical activity is key to maintaining spinal health and preventing atrophy.

Caroline Campesi shares her journey from a party-focused undergrad to a driven PT student who started running to fit in. After a hiatus, she rediscovered running as a tool for improving bone health, managing stress, and setting an example for her children.

“BoneFit™ is an evidence-informed exercise training workshop, designed for healthcare professionals and exercise specialists. It provides instruction on the most appropriate, safe and effective methods to prescribe and progress exercise for individuals with low bone density and minimize their risk of falls and fractures.