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EPISODE 46: Rev Up Your Resolutions: Unleash Your Power Moves for a Healthy 2023On this episode of Bone Talk, we’re settling right into the new year. Did you know that some studies suggest that up to 80% of people quit their New Year’s resolutions by mid-February? When it comes to your health, now is a good time to look at your long-term objectives and identify the “power moves” you can focus on to achieve your goals for a full year of health. To talk more about setting your goals, staying motivated, and specific power moves for your bone health, we’re joined by Elaine Henderson, a registered nurse and the facilitator of Bone Buddies, a BHOF-sponsored virtual support group. This free group is open-to-all and meets weekly for presentations, Q&A sessions, demonstrations, and live group discussions. The sessions are a fun, relaxing way to learn new information about bone health and managing osteoporosis.When asked what she would advise for those who want to define their power moves, Elaine said she uses the SMART goals process. Set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals. Additional helpful tips are to:Write down your goalsCheck back and reflect on a regular basisPost your goals in a place where you’ll regularly see themWith the Bone Buddies group she’s been hosting for years now, Elaine is an expert on what people want to know about their bone health, and what to do when you get your diagnosis. What can you do now? Here are just a few power moves she suggests:Make sure that your assessment and diagnosis are accurate. Understand your T-score, Trabecular bone score (TBS), blood work, 24-hour urine test, and FRAX (Fracture Risk Assessment Tool)Ask the question “What is really driving bone loss or osteoporosis?” to get to the root of the problemLook at secondary causes of low bone densityDecide on your treatmentsLearn how to safely move your body and prevent falls and fracturesIncorporate strength training, physical therapy, regular exercise, and healthy eatingMake lifestyle
