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Training for bone mineral density | Peter Attia — Whalespan

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Training for bone mineral density | Peter Attia

Peter Attia3m · 2023-07-15

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✓Well SupportedThe strain placed on bones during strength training cannot be replicated by endurance sports.◐Partially SupportedBone mineral density increases from age 8 to approximately 20-22 years, after which women experience a decline in midlife due to menopause.◐Partially SupportedIt is difficult to increase bone density after the early 20s, so the focus for adults is on slowing the rate of decline.◐Partially SupportedBones strengthen in response to mechanical signals from muscle contraction, converted to chemical signals via estrogen.Partially Supported

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Bone density follows a 'use it or lose it' philosophy, with estrogen acting as a key link.

◐Partially SupportedMaintaining bone mineral density requires adequate estrogen, testosterone, correct nutrition, vitamin D, and sufficient protein.

◐Partially SupportedFor individuals past their early 20s, slowing the rate of bone density decline is primarily achieved through heavy load-bearing activity.