Comments on: Core Strength and Osteoporosis

By: Richard Martin

Richard Martin — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 15:14:02 +0000

In reply to Sharon. Hi Sharon. Thank you for sharing your comments and purchasing Margaret's book. There are many free resources on our site to help you navigate Exercise for Better Bones and your exercise program. Welcome aboard.

By: Sharon

Sharon — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 05:09:30 +0000

I’m happy to have found you. It’s so important to know that I am comprehensively being guided by an expert. Just ordered your book – thank you!

By: Richard Martin

Richard Martin — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 18:11:56 +0000

In reply to Barbara. Hi Barbara. They are bought separately.

By: Barbara

Barbara — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 16:51:15 +0000

Do you have a package with beginner , beginner active and advanced or do I have to purchase separately.

By: Richard Martin

Richard Martin — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 14:51:23 +0000

In reply to Caroline O’Connor.

Hi Caroline. Margaret’s home exercise videos are available on Vimeo and Prime. The Prime videos are only accessible by residents of the US and UK. That is an Amazon rule.

The Vimeo hosted videos are available worldwide:

https://vimeo.com/melioguide/vod_pages

Margaret can only provide Physiotherapy services to residents of Ontario.

By: Caroline O'Connor

Caroline O'Connor — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 14:34:31 +0000

Hello, Margaret,
I also am new to your programme, having been sent the link by a friend in Ottawa (a previous client of yours). I have just finished the 7 days of emails and have ordered the Exercise for Better Bones book. I’d like to watch the others on streaming video. From what I read, they are only available on Amazon Prime in the States and in the UK. Is the alternative in Canada to get the Vimeo app?
I also read on your website that in-person appointments are only for residents of Ontario – is this during Covid-19 or permanent? I recently moved to Montreal from Ottawa and haven’t yet found a family doctor here, never mind a physiotherapist or endocrinologist! I am due for my 2nd Prolia injection next month, and still being followed by my Ottawa endocrinologist.
Thank you.
Caroline

By: Richard Martin

Richard Martin — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 18:32:47 +0000

In reply to Patricia G Taylor.

Hi Patricia. You should consider Margaret’s book, Exercise for Better Bones. Start at the beginner level and pay particular attention to the posture section.

http://melioguide.com/products/exercise-for-better-bones-program/

If you want to improve your balance, consider Margaret’s video series on balance and fall prevention. Again start at the beginner level. We do not produce DVDs anymore but this video series is available in streaming format on Amazon Prime and Vimeo On Demand.

http://melioguide.com/products/balance-training-exercises/

By: Patricia G Taylor

Patricia G Taylor — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 18:03:37 +0000

Margaret,
I’ve watched the 7 day email course, but would still like some advice. I’m a 73 year old female who was diagnosed with osteopenia and now osteoporosis several years ago. I took oral meds, 2 years of Forteo injections, and I’ve now begun Prolia 2x/year. In addition to osteoporosis, I have rather severe osteoarthritis in my lumbar back. The neurosurgeon tells me that any kind of surgery would not be helpful. Although I was faithfully going to a local fitness center, I’ve stopped because of the back pain and the pandemic. I know that my posture and my balance need improvement. I’m mobile, but cannot stand for very long periods. It definitely affects my daily activities.

I’m uncertain about where specifically I should start your program. I would prefer DVD’s if those are available, but don’t know the best place to start. I would appreciate any advice. Thank you.

Pat

By: Margaret Martin

Margaret Martin — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 00:53:35 +0000

In reply to Petra.

Hi Petra,
I am so glad we were able to meet in person. The loss of some of your Yoga practice will open space for other important exercises. You are well positioned to continue and active, health conscious lifestyle.
All the very best. Keep safe.
Margaret

By: Margaret Martin

Margaret Martin — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 00:41:00 +0000

In reply to Rajani Valluri.

Hi Rajani, I am so glad that you found me and my website. Thank you for buying my books and for sharing your gratitude with me.
You mention that you are very flexible. You may be hypermobile. I have written several blogs on hypermobility:

http://melioguide.com/?s=hypermobility

When you walk be sure to walk briskly:

http://melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercises/is-walking-good-for-osteoporosis/

A few years ago I met a clinician and researcher who was presenting at an osteoporosis conference and she told me of the very high incidence of osteoporosis in India. It was shown that many persons living in India try to avoid direct sunlight which leads to Vitamin D deficiency. Persons with darker skin require more time in the sun to get Vitamin D conversion equal to persons with lighter skin.

As for your padmasana (lotus pose) and Indian squat, yes they are safe for you. When individuals are less flexible they benefit from sitting on a cushion during lotus pose to keep their spine in alignment; reduced flexibility in the hips, knees and ankles makes an Indian pose impossible to do correctly. Others who carry extra weight are limited by the size of their thighs to get into a deep Indian squat that allows you to align your spine.

Your attitude is so positive and you are empowering yourself with knowledge. You are on a path to success.
I wish you much success with the strengthening program and all the other important exercise you will find within the books.

Please keep safe and be strong,
Margaret