97 A Christian Guide to Body Stewardship, Diet and Exercise Figure 5.3. Impact of Strength Training on Body Composition In addition to improving body composition, regular strength training can also help to improve bone density (amount of bone mineral in bone tissue) and reduce the risk of osteoporosis (disease in which the density and quality of bone are reduced). Research shows that bone density peaks around the age of 25 for most individuals and then begins to deteriorate (Walters & Byl, 2013). These findings depict the importance of regular participation in strength training early (e.g., late teens to mid-20s) in order to establish sufficient bone density and help prevent or delay the onset of osteoporosis. Figure 5.4 depicts the relationship between bone density and age. These findings depict the importance of regular participation in strength training early (e.g., late teens to mid-20s) in order to establish sufficient bone density and help prevent or delay the onset of osteoporosis. Figure 5.4. Relationship Between Bone Density and Age
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