The MelioGuide Exercise for Better Bones Program

For the past three years, thousands of people around the world have used the MelioGuide Exercise for Better Bones Program to help them follow a safe and effective osteoporosis exercise program that allows them to strengthen their bones, reduce their risk of fracture and build their confidence.

We have just recently updated the Exercise for Better Bones Program and made it available for purchase on our website, MelioGuide.com.  The updates include:

• Modifications to the individual exercises and the program levels based on feedback from the thousands of clients and Health Care Professionals who have used the program over the past three years.
• New photos images of all of the the exercises.
• Online video demonstrations of all of the major exercises by Margaret Martin – the author of the Program.  The videos provide that extra important detail needed to execute the exercises properly.
• Online video educational tutorials on how to maintain good bone health.
• And more!

Used by Health Care Professionals for Osteoporosis Prevention

Exercise for Better Bones Program

Hundreds of Health Care Professionals across the United States and Canada have been trained on the program and have come to rely on the Exercise for Better Bones Program when working with their clients and patients with osteoporosis, osteopenia and low bone density.

The MelioGuide training and website have both been great resources that I find simplifies my approach to providing safe and appropriate exercises for the variety of patients that I treat.
Justin Mathew, BSc PT, Registered Physiotherapist
Bronte Physiotherapy, Oakville, Ontario

The MelioGuide Exercise for Better Bones program is not only endorsed by hundreds Health Care Professionals (including Physical Therapists, Physiotherapists, Physiotherapy Assistants,and Occupational Therapists), it is also used by them when they work with their clients with osteoporosis.

A Comprehensive Osteoporosis Exercise Program

The MelioGuide Exercise for Better Bones Program covers the following major areas important to building bone and reducing the risk of fracture:

• Postural Exercises
• Strength Exercises
• Balance Exercises
• Flexibility Exercises
• Recommended Cardiovascular Exercises and Guidelines

The Program also includes:

• Safe Exercise Tips
• Exercises You Should Avoid
• Guidelines for Safe Daily Activities

Education is Key to Preventing Osteoporosis

The MelioGuide Exercise for Better Bones Program is not just a bunch of exercises grouped together.  The Program includes:

1. Online Assessment. An online assessment of your risk fracture and activity level to determine the MelioGuide program most appropriate for you.
2. The Exercise for Better Bones Printed Guide. This printed 200+ page Guide presents in a clear format all of the key concepts for a safe and effective exercise program for osteoporosis, and describes all of the exercises in the all of the MelioGuide exercise programs.
3. Your Personal Exercise Schedule. A detailed 12 week exercise schedule for your program.
4. Video Tutorials. Online access to instructional video tutorials on topics related to your bone health.  Topics include reducing your risk of a fracture, how to avoid or modify movements and exercises that increase your risk of fracture, nutrition and bone health, and more.
5. Video Demonstrations of Exercises. Online access to video demonstrations of the MelioGuide exercises.
6. Online Access to Exercises. Online access to print versions of each of the exercises in your program.

Customized to Your Activity Level and Fracture Risk

It is important to have a program that does not put you at risk of a fracture while at the same time challenging you and your bones so that your get stronger.  The Program you receive is tailored to your current activity level and fracture.  The MelioGuide online assess assessment tool is used to determine the Program right for you.

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