Question

which type of training would best support bone health?
a. moderate intensity running 4x/wk for 60min
b. vigorous intensity pilates 3x/wk for 30min
c. high intensity interval sprints 2x/wk for 30min
d. moderate intensity weight - lifting 3x/wk for 60min
e. not enough information to determine

Explanation:

Weight - lifting is a weight - bearing exercise. Weight - bearing exercises are known to be beneficial for bone health as they put stress on the bones, which stimulates bone remodeling and strengthening. Moderate - intensity weight - lifting 3 times a week for 60 minutes (Option D) is a form of weight - bearing exercise. Running (Option A) is also weight - bearing but the frequency (4 times a week for 60 minutes) might be too high for some and could potentially lead to overuse injuries. Pilates (Option B) is mainly a core and flexibility exercise and not as effective for bone health as weight - bearing exercises. High - intensity interval sprints (Option C) are more about cardiovascular and short - term explosive power and not as focused on bone health as weight - lifting.

Answer:

D. Moderate intensity weight - lifting 3x/wk for 60min