Finding the Optimal Resistance Training Intensity For Your Bones

Participants in this arm will complete twice weekly resistance training. They will focus on form initially, and then be progressed to 3 sets of 10-12 repetitions at an intensity of \~70% of estimated 1 repetition maximum.

Participants in this arm will complete twice weekly resistance training. They will focus on form initially, and then be progressed to 3 sets of \~4-6 repetitions at an intensity of 85% of estimated one repetition maximum, with a warm-up set of 8 repetitions at their estimated 70% estimated one repetition maximum to attempt to match the volume performed in the other resistance training group.

Participants in this arm will complete twice-weekly upper and lower body exercises at home, focused on posture and balance. Participants will meet 1:1 with an exercise physiologist who will select and prescribe exercises. Participants will also be invited to attend twice monthly virtual exercise and education sessions.