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Rowing: A good exercise for building bone density in your lower spine

6/5/2014

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A friend reminded me this week about indoor rowing as a low-impact alternative to running. I had forgotten about rowing!  It is a great whole-body workout, as I experienced a couple of years ago at a different gym.  Of course, I wanted to know what effect rowing might have on bone density. Even though rowing does not involve impact, as running and jumping do, studies have shown that it can lead to significant increases in bone density in the lower lumbar spine.  That's great news!  Building up the spine seems to be one of the most difficult challenges, as few exercises target it safely.  Don't have a rowing machine? Here's how to make your own.  Or if you happen to have a kayak or row boat, all the better.  Happy rowing!

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Sherry
1/6/2019 06:25:23 pm

Justin what materials are required to build your DIY rowing machine? Does it hook to a door hinge?
Thanks,
Sherry Tylor

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Sue Omanson
1/6/2019 07:13:59 pm

Hi Sherry,
The only equipment I use is a simple resistance tube with handles. I secure it around a vertical post of our basement banister, but you also could purchase a door anchor to attach it to your door. I'm going to post a photo of what I use on my next blog. Good luck!
Sue

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    Sue Omanson

    I am a "boomer" myself, and interested in bone density because of a family history of osteoporosis. I believe that the condition is not inevitable, but it is hard to fight in our culture. As a patient, exerciser, friend, mom, citizen, and consumer, I want to share what I've learned.

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