Quick Fact
By the year 2020, 1/2 of people 50 years of age and over will be at risk for fracture from osteoporosis.
Quick Tips
The 2010 Osteoporosis Canada Guidelines state "Exercise improves quality of life for those with osteoporosis, particularly in the domains of physical function and pain, and improves muscle strength and balance".
Quick Stats
38% of people 55 and older are sedentary.
Quick Advice
Centre for Disease Control Guidelines states "For substantial health benefits adults need to do at least 150 minutes per week of relatively moderate-intensity aerobic activity (you can talk but not sing) or 75 minutes per week of relatively vigorous-intensity aerobic activity (you could only say a few words and then you would need to stop)'.