The effect of weight-bearing exercise on the mechanisms of bone health in young females: A systematic review

Joey Murphy, Tommy J. Cartledge, Charlie E. Foster, Byron Tibbitts

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Abstract

Weight-bearing exercise (WBE) has been identified as an appropriate approach for increasing peak bone mass, however, there is a lack of specific physical activity recommendations in this area. Thus, the aim of this systematic review is to determine the optimal mode of WBE, specifically identifying the intensity, duration, frequency, and load, to elicit the optimal effect on bone mass in young females, aged 5-18. A literature search was conducted from the 28th of June to the 20th of July 2021 using PubMed/Medline, Web of Science and SPORTDiscus. The search produced 1405 results, of which 15 were deemed appropriate for inclusion. The majority of studies (n=12) found a significant positive effect for at least one bone measure through their respective WBE exposure (p
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)231-250
JournalJournal of Frailty, Sarcopenia and Falls
Volume7
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Dec 2022

Research Groups and Themes

  • SPS Exercise, Nutrition and Health Sciences

Keywords

  • physical activity
  • Peak bone mass
  • female
  • paediatric
  • Healthy ageing

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