Margaret does not provide medical advice without a consultation. You can learn about her coaching service here: https://learn.melioguide.com/individual-coaching-60-minutes

Margaret recommends you pay close attention to your form. This is covered in details in her books, Yoga for Better Bones and Exercise for Better Bones.

Hi Bonnie, A client of mine has been using her weighted hula hoop as a mode of exercise during Covid restrictions. When she came for a session recently I asked her to bring it along. She had done a lot of hula hooping as a young girl and was able to keep the hoop up for well over 5 minutes. I was impressed! I was also surprised at how little movement she was generating in her body to do it it so well.
I would certainly agree that it strengthens deep core musculature, provides a light cardiovascular workout, provides good mobility to the femoral/acetabular joints (hips) as the pelvis rotates over the femurs but I am doubtful that it would have a significant impact on your bones. Until we have a study that proves it is beneficial I like to stick with what has been proven – with brisk walking (jogging or running) and lifting moderate to heavy loads. You can certainly use it as a warm-up exercise and to impress your friends and family. Movement should bring joy and so if this gets you to the next step of strength training I encourage you to do it.
Wishing you all the best, Margaret

Hi Ann. Thanks for contacting us. You should take a look at Margaret’s Tai Chi routine. She takes into account bone health and avoids flexion positions.http://melioguide.com/balance-exercises-for-seniors/tai-chi-for-osteoporosis/

Hi Anne. Thanks for your kind comments. We do not have a list of yoga instructors that we can recommend. Sorry.