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LiftMOR protocol

Posted by jasperina @jasperina, Nov 23, 2023

Has anyone had experience implementing a heavy weight lifting program similar to what is described in the LiftMOR study?

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Nov 23, 2023

Hello @jasperina, I thought I would post a link to the LiftMOR study for others who are not familiar with the details.

--- High-Intensity Resistance and Impact Training Improves Bone Mineral Density and Physical Function in Postmenopausal Women With Osteopenia and Osteoporosis: The LIFTMOR Randomized Controlled Trial:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28975661/.
I'm tagging @vgkime @awfultruth and @fearfracture who have posted in other discussions about the LiftMOR study and may have some experience or information they can share.

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jasperina | @jasperina | Nov 23, 2023
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@johnbishop

Hello @jasperina, I thought I would post a link to the LiftMOR study for others who are not familiar with the details.

--- High-Intensity Resistance and Impact Training Improves Bone Mineral Density and Physical Function in Postmenopausal Women With Osteopenia and Osteoporosis: The LIFTMOR Randomized Controlled Trial:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28975661/.
I'm tagging @vgkime @awfultruth and @fearfracture who have posted in other discussions about the LiftMOR study and may have some experience or information they can share.

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Thank you

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susandale | @susandale | Nov 24, 2023

the liftmor program has shown great results, BUT, no sure how possible it is for 79 year olds.., even if we have been active, and lifting weights that we can.
Pullups and dropping? heavy weights overheadlifting?
The weights being used have to be significant to show bone improvement.
Best to go forward with this with skilled supervision.

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jasperina | @jasperina | Nov 24, 2023
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@susandale

the liftmor program has shown great results, BUT, no sure how possible it is for 79 year olds.., even if we have been active, and lifting weights that we can.
Pullups and dropping? heavy weights overheadlifting?
The weights being used have to be significant to show bone improvement.
Best to go forward with this with skilled supervision.

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Yes, I agree about supervision. I have been working with a trainer in the gym and we will be working these exercises in, starting with very little weight and building up over time.

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susandale | @susandale | Dec 6, 2023
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@jasperina

Yes, I agree about supervision. I have been working with a trainer in the gym and we will be working these exercises in, starting with very little weight and building up over time.

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I'm once again starting to do the same[ liftmor ideas with supervision]. Just back to PT again yesterday and lifting weight overhead as I stand[ sit to stand]. Just 5 or 8 pounds i think. It's a start. and I love her support, encouragement and know how to intervene and modify, and even push a bit here and there. It can be hard to do on one's own I find. I can get discouraged, and not want to do it 'now', etc etc. I found my session lifted my spirits as well as addressed lifting weights. I think that's so important! Good to have this forum and all of your input as well!

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jasperina | @jasperina | Dec 6, 2023
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@susandale

I'm once again starting to do the same[ liftmor ideas with supervision]. Just back to PT again yesterday and lifting weight overhead as I stand[ sit to stand]. Just 5 or 8 pounds i think. It's a start. and I love her support, encouragement and know how to intervene and modify, and even push a bit here and there. It can be hard to do on one's own I find. I can get discouraged, and not want to do it 'now', etc etc. I found my session lifted my spirits as well as addressed lifting weights. I think that's so important! Good to have this forum and all of your input as well!

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It’s true! The targeted physical exertion really does lift your spirits. Good for you!😊

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susandale | @susandale | Dec 6, 2023
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@jasperina

It’s true! The targeted physical exertion really does lift your spirits. Good for you!😊

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yes.., it also was having the encouragement and the witnessing of the PT. She pays good attention and I feel she knows how hard it is for me sometimes, as well recognizes when i've'got it'! I live alone a lot.., and that engagement really made my day;-)

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | Feb 6 2:05am

Liftmor protocol presentation with Sara Purcell. Feb. 15. Presented by OsteoBoston
Osteoboston.org

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | Feb 6 2:41am
In reply to @johnbishop "Hello @jasperina, I thought I would post a link to the LiftMOR study for others who..." + (show)
@johnbishop

Hello @jasperina, I thought I would post a link to the LiftMOR study for others who are not familiar with the details.

--- High-Intensity Resistance and Impact Training Improves Bone Mineral Density and Physical Function in Postmenopausal Women With Osteopenia and Osteoporosis: The LIFTMOR Randomized Controlled Trial:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28975661/.
I'm tagging @vgkime @awfultruth and @fearfracture who have posted in other discussions about the LiftMOR study and may have some experience or information they can share.

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Hi John

OsteoBoston is having a liftmor presentation with Sara Purcell on Feb 15
Osteoboston.org

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