I have osteoporosis in my hip and spine.  My doctor recommends strength training and suggested that I do the Leg Press.  I have been doing the Strong Women Stay Young exercises and I would prefer not to exercise at a gym.  Is there anything else that I can do?

There are several exercises in Strong Women, Strong Bones that have been shown to maintain or increase bone density in the hip and spine.  These exercises can be added to your program to give your muscles and bones the same benefit as the Leg Press.  We recommend that you add the Lunge, the Side Leg Raise from the floor,and Chair Stands. You can view the correct technique and instructions for these exercises on our web site.  Also you should consider adding the Step-Up from Strong Women, Strong Bones.  All four of these exercises target the same muscles as the leg press.  Be sure to use the Exercise Intensity Scale to make sure that you are getting the maximum benefit from your effort.