Osteofit
Welcome to OSTEOFIT, a BC Women's Hospital & Health Centre program!
OSTEOFIT is a unique program offering safe exercise and education for those with osteoporosis and osteopenia and those at risk of falling. It is specially designed by clinical experts for those who require a gentle strength, balance, and coordination program.
Our goal is to improve your ability to do day-to-day activities, increase confidence and independence, and improve your quality of life while reducing the risk of falls and fractures.
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Thank You Royal Bank of Canada Foundation
Osteofit and BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre (BC Women’s) is deeply grateful for the generosity of the Royal Bank of Canada Foundation. As our founding donor, RBC Foundation has consistently supported Osteofit for more than a decade.
The annual gift RBC Foundation provides to BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre Foundation for Osteofit demonstrates a profound commitment to making the dream of a society free from the debilitating affects of osteoporosis a reality. Our partnership with RBC Foundation is a cherished one that BC Women’s honours and hopes will continue to flourish for years to come.
OSTEOWALKS!
FOR FITNESS AND HEALTHY BONES
Osteofit - strengthening bones and reducing the risk of falls one step at a time!
Join an OsteoWalk to participate in this bone healthy activity. Learn walking strategies that stimulate bone, increase your endurance, reduce your risk of falls and learn effective stretching.
The one hour instructor-led sessions explore effective research-based techniques in walking for bone health. Instructors teach simple strength training techniques using only body resistance and also cover basic stretches. Everyone welcome and all levels of ability can be accommodated. Wear appropriate supportive shoes, bring a water bottle and dress for the weather.
Osteowalks are offered at the following locations:
- Steeves Manor
Vancouver/Point Grey
Starting Summer 2010
604-254-4259
Contact centre for more information.
Additional information is available for
- 1. Participants
- Everything you need to know about this life-changing program from how the program works to where to find classes.
- 2. Health Care Professionals
- Find out how this research-based program can become an integral part of your patients’ health and wellness.
- 3. Community Programmers
- This frequently requested program will enhance your facility programming. Find out how you can implement Osteofit at your centre.
- 4. Instructors
- Learn how to become a registered instructor of this rewarding program. Find out when and where the next Osteofit training courses are being offered.
