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Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Oct 21 4:06pm | Replies (15)
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chinthe2, -1 is a normal T score. Just be careful, (as everyone should be) to lift properly. Lifting and twisting and bending while twisting are not so safe with an aging spine. A weight lifting belt provides a surface for the abdominal muscles to exert pressure against stabilizing the spine protecting it against uneven forces.
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@gently Thanks for the advice. The report says "IMPRESSION: THE LOWEST T-SCORE IS -1.1 IN THE SPINE. 1) DIAGNOSIS (based on BMD alone): OSTEOPENIA". Other parts scored better. Only lumbar spine is Osteopenia. I never enjoyed weight lifting, but am considering buying a set of barbell now, no more than 100-lb. Also considering heavier dumbbells for "farmer's carry" type of exercise.