Healthy evening,
It’s great that you started strength training, as it can be beneficial for improving bone health, muscle mass and overall strength, especially recovering from an osteoporosis related spine fracture.
Some tips to support your recovery from osteoporosis
And to help with reducing body fat.
Key nutrients for bone health and strength:
Calcium:
Calcium is essential for bone health and helps in preventing further bone loss
Add in diet dairy, fortified plant based milks, leafy greens
Tofu , sardines, salmon
Vitamin D
Vitamin D helps with calcium absorption and bone remoulding.
Sunlight exposure, fortified foods , fatty fish, eggs , or vitamin D supplements.
Protein:
Protein helps build and repair muscle, which is crucial when strength training
Lean meat, fish , eggs, beans, legumes, tofu, cottage
Cheese , protein shakes.
Magnesium:
Magnesium support bone structure and muscle function.
It also helps with the absorption of calcium
Nuts, seeds , whole grains, legumes, leafy greens and
Avocados
Vitamin K
Vitamin K is important for bone mineralisation
Leafy greens, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and fermented
Foods
Omega 3 fatty acid :
Omega 3 help reduce inflammation and support overall bone health
Fatty fish, flaxseed, chia seeds, walnuts and olive oil
Diet tips for reducing belly fat
1. Take Calorie deficit
2. Focus on lean protein
3. Add Healthy fats
4. Add Complex carbs
5. Limit refined
sugar and processed foods .
Health Tips
Other Tips for your Recovery
Stay hydrated :
Drink plenty of water throughout the day to support digestion and joints health
Exercise balance :
In addition strength training includes some low impact
Cardio walking, cycling or swimming to support fat loss
Monitors progress :
Track both your strength gains and body composition.