Bone Loss: The Silent Thief of Strength, Confidence and Independence
You won’t feel it.
You won’t see it.
You won’t know it’s there—until a simple stumble or awkward twist leads to a life-changing fracture.
For many women in Dartmouth and across the UK, this is the reality of bone loss after 45. Known as the “silent thief,” osteoporosis progresses without symptoms until the damage is done.
But here’s the empowering news: it’s preventable—and the solution is simpler and more powerful than you think.
The Hard Truth About Bone Loss After 40
Women lose approximately 10% of bone density each decade after turning 40.
After menopause, this accelerates to 20% or more.
Nearly half of all women over 50 will suffer a fracture linked to osteoporosis.
These aren’t just “breaks”—they’re setbacks to your independence, confidence, and quality of life.
A minor fall after 60 can result in a hip or vertebral fracture that affects everything from your ability to walk unaided to your long-term mobility and mental health.
Resistance Training: Your Body’s Best Defence Against Osteoporosis
Research shows that women over 45 who engage in strength training at least 3 times per week:
Reduce their overall fracture risk by 51%
Reduce their vertebral fracture risk by 44%
Maintain and even increase bone mass by 5–8% in just one year
At Poseidon Performance in Dartmouth, we specialise in evidence-based training designed for older adults. Our programmes don’t just keep you lean—they help you build stronger bones, better balance, and lasting independence.
But I’m Not a “Gym Person”…
You don’t have to be.
Strength training for bone health isn’t about lifting heavy barbells or “beasting” yourself in the gym. It’s about:
Using a challenging load that puts safe, healthy stress on the bones
Training 2–3x per week, 30–60 minutes per session
Prioritising full-body movements like squats, deadlifts, presses, and pulls
Keeping your reps in the 6–12 range, controlled form
At Poseidon, every session is guided, tailored, and built around your needs—especially if you’re starting late or returning from injury.
Sample Full-Body Routine for Bone Health
These movements stimulate the hips, spine, and shoulders—key areas prone to fracture.
Why This Matters for You, Your Family, and Your Future
Whether it’s walking along Dartmouth’s coastal paths, lifting shopping bags, or picking up your grandchildren—you deserve to do it without fear or fragility.
Bone health isn’t about aesthetics. It’s about:
Independence
Injury prevention
Mental resilience
Healthy aging
And it starts with just 20 minutes, 2–3 times a week.
Ready to Futureproof Your Body?
At Poseidon Performance, we’ve helped women across Dartmouth and beyond:
Recover from fractures
Build strength after menopause
Reverse years of inactivity
Feel stronger and more confident at 50, 60, even 70+
Join our clinically informed, professionally coached programmes designed specifically for midlife and older adults.
📍 Based in Dartmouth | Poseidon Performance Studio
Private 1-to-1, small group rehab, and strength coaching
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