scholarly journals Prepubertal Impact of Protein Intake and Physical Activity on Weight Bearing Peak Bone Mass and Strength in Males

2016 ◽  
pp. jc.2016-2449 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chevalley Thierry ◽  
Jean-Philippe Bonjour ◽  
Marie-Claude Audet ◽  
Fanny Merminod ◽  
Bert van Rietbergen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Bone Mass ◽  
Protein Intake ◽  
Peak Bone Mass ◽  
Weight Bearing

scholarly journals A qualitative study to investigate the barriers to adoption of a lifestyle associated with optimal peak bone mass acquisition

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Sana Zafar
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Bone Mass ◽  
University Students ◽  
Bone Health ◽  
Peak Bone Mass ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Peer Pressure ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Limited Knowledge

<p>Background: Osteoporosis is a major public health problem through its association with fragility fracture. Peak bone mass is attained in the second or third decade and has been shown to be a major determinant of later osteoporosis risk. Important determinants of peak bone mass include weight bearing physical activity levels, diet, cigarette smoking, and alcohol consumption.  Aim: This study aimed to elucidate knowledge of factors affecting bone health among young people and identify lifestyle barriers to attainment of peak bone mass.  Methods: Participants were recruited through mass mailing of University students and staff aged 18-35 at Victoria University of Wellington. Six semi structured focus group interviews were conducted, where knowledge of factors associated with bone health and attitudes to lifestyles associated with beneficial health behaviors were explored. The interviews were audio taped and transcribed. A thematic approach for data analysis using constant comparative method was performed with Nvivo software.  Results: A total of 28 students (7 males, 21 females, mean age 28 years) were included. Seven themes emerged with regard to knowledge about factors affecting bone health which included physical activity, dairy, menopause, aging, smoking, alcohol and lack of knowledge about osteoporosis. For barriers, broadly eight themes of lifestyle factors emerged that included time, lack of resources, student life, cost, weather, cultural factors, lack of motivation and lastly smoking and alcohol. Students had limited knowledge about bone health in general, prevention of osteoporosis, and the importance of weight bearing physical activity and diet in determining later bone health. Some participants, especially vegans, expressed difficulties with making diet choices adequate in calcium, while others reported time management was a barrier to incorporating physical activity into everyday life. A few voiced a lack of motivation to exercise in bad weather. Some participants reported behaviors detrimental to bone health such as smoking and heavy alcohol consumption, with peer pressure being one factor leading to an increase in such activities, compounded by cultural and social pressures. Many students aspired to a healthier lifestyle but felt that they had limited knowledge about bone health, and specifically what they might need do to improve it.   Conclusions: These data highlights a lack of awareness of factors that impact peak bone mass among University students, an expressed desire to know more, and a keenness to adopt healthier behaviors. School-based education could provide stronger foundations with regards to knowledge of bone health. These observational data might help design interventions that encourage optimal peak bone mass in later life.</p>

scholarly journals A qualitative study to investigate the barriers to adoption of a lifestyle associated with optimal peak bone mass acquisition

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Sana Zafar
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Bone Mass ◽  
University Students ◽  
Bone Health ◽  
Peak Bone Mass ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Peer Pressure ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Limited Knowledge

<p>Background: Osteoporosis is a major public health problem through its association with fragility fracture. Peak bone mass is attained in the second or third decade and has been shown to be a major determinant of later osteoporosis risk. Important determinants of peak bone mass include weight bearing physical activity levels, diet, cigarette smoking, and alcohol consumption.  Aim: This study aimed to elucidate knowledge of factors affecting bone health among young people and identify lifestyle barriers to attainment of peak bone mass.  Methods: Participants were recruited through mass mailing of University students and staff aged 18-35 at Victoria University of Wellington. Six semi structured focus group interviews were conducted, where knowledge of factors associated with bone health and attitudes to lifestyles associated with beneficial health behaviors were explored. The interviews were audio taped and transcribed. A thematic approach for data analysis using constant comparative method was performed with Nvivo software.  Results: A total of 28 students (7 males, 21 females, mean age 28 years) were included. Seven themes emerged with regard to knowledge about factors affecting bone health which included physical activity, dairy, menopause, aging, smoking, alcohol and lack of knowledge about osteoporosis. For barriers, broadly eight themes of lifestyle factors emerged that included time, lack of resources, student life, cost, weather, cultural factors, lack of motivation and lastly smoking and alcohol. Students had limited knowledge about bone health in general, prevention of osteoporosis, and the importance of weight bearing physical activity and diet in determining later bone health. Some participants, especially vegans, expressed difficulties with making diet choices adequate in calcium, while others reported time management was a barrier to incorporating physical activity into everyday life. A few voiced a lack of motivation to exercise in bad weather. Some participants reported behaviors detrimental to bone health such as smoking and heavy alcohol consumption, with peer pressure being one factor leading to an increase in such activities, compounded by cultural and social pressures. Many students aspired to a healthier lifestyle but felt that they had limited knowledge about bone health, and specifically what they might need do to improve it.   Conclusions: These data highlights a lack of awareness of factors that impact peak bone mass among University students, an expressed desire to know more, and a keenness to adopt healthier behaviors. School-based education could provide stronger foundations with regards to knowledge of bone health. These observational data might help design interventions that encourage optimal peak bone mass in later life.</p>

scholarly journals EXERCISE AND PEAK BONE MASS: RECOMMENDATION FOR BUILDING HEALTHY BONES IN CHILDREN

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 137
Author(s):  
A Andi Kurniawan
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Bone Mass ◽  
Bone Health ◽  
Weight Status ◽  
Bone Development ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
High Impact ◽  
Childhood And Adolescence

Regular Physical activity (PA) and exercise plays a vital role in the health and well-being of people of all ages, and its associated with positive outcomes relating to weight status, cardiometabolic markers, chronic disease prevention, bone health and mental health. Genetic factors are the strongest determinants of bone mass, but PA and exercise with loading of the bone also has a major impact on bone mass as well as on bone strength. Physical activity has been proposed as a key factor for developing healthy bones in childhood and adolescence, mainly when high-impact and weight-bearing exercise above a certain intensity and duration. It has been associated with bone accretion showing an important osteogenic effect, mainly when high-impact and weight bearing physical activity occur. Muscle mass is also a determinant of bone development. Several studies have examined the association between PA and bone health among youths.

Childhood growth, physical activity, and peak bone mass in women

2009 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. 940-947 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cyrus Cooper ◽  
Michael Cawley ◽  
Ashok Bhalla ◽  
Peter Egger ◽  
Francis Ring ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Bone Mass ◽  
Peak Bone Mass ◽  
Childhood Growth

scholarly journals The growing years and prevention of osteoporosis in later life

2000 ◽  
Vol 59 (2) ◽  
pp. 303-306 ◽  
Author(s):  
Connie M. Weaver
Keyword(s):  
Bone Mass ◽  
Peak Bone Mass ◽  
Weight Bearing ◽  
Later Life ◽  
Adolescent Females ◽  
The Body ◽  
Risk Of Fracture ◽  
Skeletal Mass ◽  
Lifestyle Choices ◽  
Prevention Of Osteoporosis

Ca is the major mineral in bone, and 99 % of the Ca in the body resides in the skeleton. Skeletal mass is a determinant of risk of fracture in childhood as well as adulthood. Over 40 % of adult peak bone mass is acquired during adolescence. This period is when lifestyle choices, including ensuring adequate dietary Ca, regular weight-bearing exercise and avoiding hormonal insufficiency, are especially important. Current Ca intakes for adolescent females are woefully inadequate.

Nutrition, Exercise, and Bone Status in Youth

1998 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 124-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan I. Barr ◽  
Heather A. McKay
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Bone Mass ◽  
Calcium Intake ◽  
Peak Bone Mass ◽  
Bone Growth ◽  
Important Determinant ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Childhood And Adolescence ◽  
Bone Status ◽  
The Impact

The maximal amount of bone mass gained during growth (peak bone mass) is an important determinant of bone mass in later life and thereby an important determinant of fraeiure risk. Although genetic factors appear lo be primary determinants of peak bone mass, environmental factors such as physical activity and nutrition also contribute. In this article, bone growth and maintenance are reviewed, and mechanisms are described whereby physical activity can affect bone mass. Studies addressing the effects of physical activity on bone status in youth are reviewed: Although conclusive data are not yet available, considerable evidence supports the importance of activity, especially activity initiated before puberty. The critical role of energy in bone growth is outlined, and studies assessing the impact of calcium intake during childhood and adolescence are reviewed. Although results of intervention trials are equivocal, other evidence supports a role for calcium intake during growth. Recommendations for physical activity and nutrition, directed lochildren and adolescents, are presented.

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