Effects of OsteoStrong vs. Individually Adapted and Combined Training on Bone Health

"This training method is an isometric high-impact loading in four different training machines (Spectrum) and balance training on a vibration plate. The four machines are chest press, leg press, pull-down and deadlift. The participants press and/or pull isometrically for around 10-15 seconds 1-3 times on every machine.~The training session takes around 20 minutes and is performed individually by the participants with the help of a training instructor."

"This training method is based on the current recommendations on physical activity for people with osteoporosis.~The training is divided into two training sessions:~Circuit training with ten stations with different exercises for the whole body (strength, balance, endurance, weight-bearing). The participants spend 40 seconds on each station. This is repeated during 40 minutes. The training session starts with a joint warm-up and ends with a cool-down.~Strength training with machines for the whole body with the intensity of up to 70-80 % of one repetition max (1RM). The training session starts with a joint warm-up and and a voluntary individual cool-down.~The training session takes around 60 minutes and is performed in a group with the help of a training instructor. The participants also have the option to do a home based exercise programme that they could do in a few cases when they were unable to attend the physical group training."