Osteoporosis Made Practical: Exercise Adaptations for Older Adults Practical CPD

Description

Help your class members move safely, build confidence and support better bone health.

Osteoporosis is far more common than many people realise. Around 1 in 2 women and 1 in 5 men over 50 will have a fracture due to osteoporosis, yet many class members may not know they have low bone density or may not have received a diagnosis.

This CPD gives instructors the knowledge and confidence to understand osteoporosis, recognise why fracture prevention matters, and adapt exercises safely for older adults. You’ll explore which movements need extra care, how to support strength, balance and posture, and how exercise can play an important role in helping people stay active, steady and independent.

The CPD also covers practical nutrition and lifestyle tips to support better bone health, giving instructors useful information they can share appropriately within scope.

This is an essential CPD for instructors who want to feel confident supporting class members with diagnosed osteoporosis, suspected low bone density or concerns about fracture risk.

What instructors will get from the CPD

By the end of the session, learners will be able to:

• understand what osteoporosis is and why it matters for healthy ageing
• recognise how common osteoporosis-related fractures are in women and men over 50
• appreciate that many people may be undiagnosed or unaware of their fracture risk
• understand the role of strength, balance and posture in supporting bone health
• adapt exercises safely for class members with osteoporosis or low bone density
• identify movements that may need extra care or modification
• support class members to move with confidence rather than fear
• share practical, within-scope nutrition tips for better bone health
• recognise when to signpost class members to a healthcare professional
• help reduce fracture risk by promoting safe, regular and appropriate movement

CPD dates: 

Online – Saturday 19th June 2027

The training day is 10am-4pm. 

For the online CPD day, we will use Zoom (please check your system requirements here) to deliver these CPDs so you will require a stable internet connection. Please read the requirements for completing your practical CPD online here. By booking an online date, you’re accepting you will meet the requirements outlined.

Please ensure you wear appropriate clothing and footwear to participate – trainers are recommended.

Please note by booking onto the CPD, you agree to these terms and conditions. 

Discounted instructor rate is available to currently licensed Move it or Lose it® instructors only. Licence status will be verified prior to the event.