Is climbing a good exercise for healthy bones?
Bones are not static structures; they are constantly changing in response to exercise, diet, and your age. Climbing is an excellent load-bearing exercise that should encourage very strong remodelling of your bones, and a great physique! However, if you are excessively lean, your bones may not be as strong as they could be and other aspects of your health may also be adversely affected. For example, a woman’s bone mass peaks in her 20’s and declines thereafter if not maintained, especially after menopause. If you are eating a low energy diet and/or have minimal body fat, this single opportunity to maximise your total adult bone mass in your mid-20’s is reduced and this could be very detrimental to your health.
