Pilates for Osteoporosis in Arlington, MA
If you've been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia, the right exercise genuinely builds bone — but some of the most common movements in a standard class are exactly the ones to avoid.
What to Avoid, and Why
Loaded forward flexion of the spine and forceful twisting carry a real risk of vertebral fracture in fragile bone. Many popular mat exercises include both. In one-on-one sessions, every movement is chosen with your bone density in mind.
What Builds Bone
Bone responds to load and to impact. We work on progressive resistance through the spine, hips, and wrists, on weight-bearing through the legs, and on posture and extension strength that counters the forward rounding osteoporosis tends to produce.
Balance Matters as Much as Bone
Most fractures come from falls, so balance work runs through every session — stability through the feet and hips, and the confidence to move without fear.
Sessions at SPR Studio
Individual sessions using mat work, props, and studio equipment, adapted to your bone density and your history. You leave with a safe home practice and a clear list of what to avoid.
Book a Session in Arlington
SPR Studio is at 55 Falmouth Road in Arlington, MA, with free parking. Sessions are booked through Mindbody.
Private sessions — Pilates, yoga, and yoga therapy — are $160 per hour.