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Bone Health & Exercise Throughout the Lifespan reviews why exercising to develop and maintain healthy bones is important at all stages of life. In that regard, the DVD discusses how bone mass changes over a person's lifespan, and details the principles of exercise for increasing bone strength and promoting healthy bones. The DVD covers the key risk factors for osteoporosis and provides an overview of how to design an exercise program that enhances bone health (featuring weight-bearing activities and strength training) that is specific to the needs of various populations (youth, adults, and individuals with osteopenia/osteoporosis). Among the topics covered: risk factors for osteoporosis, bone response to exercise, strength training, ACSM osteoporosis activity guidelines, and exercises. Produced in cooperation with the American Council on Exercise (ACE).