Hi, Debbie
I was on Actonel for 10 years and am paying dearly for it. When the FDA changed their recommendation to 3 to 5 years, I stopped. I had erosion in my esophagus and had to be on high dose omeprazole for a year along with no dairy, gluten and any acidic foods in order to heal. My next Dexa indicated a drop in bone density. I learned that the body takes what it needs. You have an ambitious schedule of activities (I'm jealous!) You may want to have a nutritionist take a look at your diet to see if your protein and other nutrients are sufficient given your activity level. Best wishes for a healthy future.