Those who exercise when young have stronger bones when they grow old

Thursday, July 15, 2010 - 01:21 in Health & Medicine

The positive effects of exercise while growing up seem to last longer than previously believed. New findings suggest that physical activity when young increases bone density and size, which may mean a reduced risk of osteoporosis later in life.

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