Resistance Training And Bone Density: New Meta‑Analysis In Postmenopausal Women

A 2025 meta‑analysis synthesizes trials on resistance training and bone mineral density in postmenopausal women. The review suggests meaningful site‑specific gains when programs use sufficient intensity and are sustained for months.

Highlights

The strongest improvements tend to occur at the lumbar spine and femoral neck in programs that progress load and include multi‑joint lower‑body movements. Frequency, duration, and supervision quality also influence outcomes, and adherence remains a limiting factor in real‑world settings. 

Why it matters

Osteoporosis and low bone mass affect millions, leading to fractures and loss of independence. Clarifying the dose‑response relationship helps clinicians prescribe programs that patients can maintain, while gyms and community centers can adapt programming for safety and scalability.

 What to watch

· Comparative effectiveness of different loading schemes as newer trials report.

· Integration with impact activities and balance training.

· Pragmatic trials that combine supervised starts with long‑term home routines.

Sources

Recent meta‑analyses on resistance training and bone density in postmenopausal women (2025).

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