You do not sound like an “anti-drug wacko” and you are not alone in your reluctance to go down that path. Like all of us, you are trying to roll the dice and make the best decision for yourself. I have paralysis by analysis at the moment, reading everything and listening to all views. When/if I do start medication, I know there is phenomenal advice here, and the resources are priceless. I saw the life-saving benefits of drugs when my husband nearly died from leukemia 14 years ago, and what would we do without antibiotics and other amazing drugs. It’s difficult when you haven’t yet fractured and can’t see the evidence of disease. Windyshores is wise here. I highly value your opinion. You are blazing the trail for us. Thank you! For now, as foolish as it might be, I choose to wait a bit longer, roll the dice a few more times, continuing to read and over-analyze, always keeping the drug option on the table. I won’t close any windows And as for lifting weights, that is different for each individual. It is probably best to work with an experienced personal trainer. This is the best decision I have made so far and worth every penny.