Healthy Ageing
Can Strength Training Support Bone Health?
Resistance and weight-bearing exercise are widely recognised as supportive of musculoskeletal health. Here is a responsible summary.
5 May 2026 · 5 min read · Zara Naqvi
What the general guidance says
UK physical activity guidance recommends that adults include muscle-strengthening activity on at least two days a week, alongside regular aerobic activity. Weight-bearing and resistance exercise are commonly identified as beneficial for musculoskeletal health.
This article is general information, not medical advice. It does not diagnose or treat any condition.
How this shapes a programme
In practice it means including loaded movements you can perform well, progressing them gradually, and training consistently rather than sporadically.
If you have a diagnosed condition
Speak to your GP or specialist first. With appropriate clearance, exercise can be adapted around your circumstances.
Zara holds Level 3 Exercise Referral and Level 3 Supporting Clients with Long-Term Conditions qualifications and coaches within that scope, working alongside guidance from your healthcare team.
The practical takeaway
Regular, well-coached resistance training is one of the most useful long-term habits available. The best programme is the one you can keep doing safely.