Supervised strength work for bone health and steady movement.

Bone Density Group Exercise Class is a small-group Exercise Physiology class for adults with osteoporosis, osteopenia or low bone health. Each class runs for 45 minutes and uses guided strength, balance and safe weight-bearing work.

Classes run at PhysioWorks Sandgate and PhysioWorks Clayfield. Madison Stanley, Exercise Physiologist, leads the program and adjusts your exercises to your scan, strength, balance, health history and goals.

Bone Density Group Exercise Class Details

This class is designed for people who need more structure than a general gym plan. It suits adults who want coaching, safe loading and a steady pathway into regular exercise.

Class Times and Locations

Choose the clinic that suits your weekly routine, travel and location.

Class Fees and Attendance Options

Reception can confirm current class fees, class pack options and appointment pathways when you book. This keeps the page accurate if fees or class options change.

Who Is the Bone Density Group Exercise Class For?

This class is for adults with low bone health, reduced strength, lower balance confidence or concern about falls. It may also suit you if you have been told to exercise but feel unsure how to start safely.

Women are affected more often than men, mainly after menopause. However, men can also have low bone health. A guided program can help when it fits the person, not just the scan result.

Guided posture and strength work for safer training.

What Happens in Class?

Each class uses a clinic gym. Madison may guide weights, bands, balance tasks, posture work, step drills and basic strength moves.

You may start with bodyweight work or light loads. As your confidence grows, Madison may add step-ups, rows, carries, squats, balance drills or safe impact tasks where suitable.

What Equipment Will You Use?

The class uses simple gym tools. Madison chooses each task based on your ability, scan history and safety needs.

Why Does Exercise Matter for Bone Density?

Bones respond to load. Strength work, weight-bearing tasks and balance training can form part of a bone health plan. The right mix depends on your scan, fracture history, strength, balance, pain, medicines and general health.

Current guidance supports strength, balance and posture training for many people with osteoporosis. People with higher fracture risk need extra care with sudden, heavy or poorly controlled loading. You can also read more about osteoporosis and osteopenia.

Why Is an Initial Check Required?

You need an initial check before you join the Bone Density Group Exercise Class. This helps Madison review your risks, health history and starting level.

Madison may review your bone scan, fracture history, medicines, falls risk, balance, strength, mobility, training history and goals. This helps keep the class specific to you.

How Is Progress Reviewed?

Madison reviews your level during class and adjusts your program when it is safe and useful. A separate review can be arranged if your symptoms, balance, health, scan result or goals change.

Safety Tips for Osteoporosis Exercise

Exercise choices should match your risk, symptoms and health history. Some movements may need changes, especially after a spinal fracture or recent fracture.

If you have severe osteoporosis, a spinal fracture, recent fracture, new pain or a major change in balance, book an individual review before group training.

Is This Class Right for You?

The Bone Density Group Exercise Class may suit you if you want more than a generic gym plan. It gives you coaching, safe loading and steady progress in a small group.

A physiotherapy or medical review may be the better first step if you have new pain, a recent fracture, worsening back pain, unexplained symptoms or a major balance change.

Step-up training can build leg strength and balance confidence.

Bone Density Group Exercise Class FAQs

Can exercise improve bone density?

Exercise may support bone density when it is loaded, regular and matched to the person. Strength work, weight-bearing exercise and balance training are common parts of osteoporosis care. Your plan should match your scan, fracture history, current strength and confidence.

Is the class suitable for osteopenia?

Yes, the class may suit many people with osteopenia after an initial check. Starting early can help you build strength, improve balance and learn safer loading habits. Madison will adjust your exercises to your starting level.

Is the class suitable for osteoporosis?

The class may suit some people with osteoporosis, but a check should happen first. People with low bone health need careful exercise choices, especially after a spinal fracture, recent fracture, fall, pain flare or major balance change.

Do I need a referral?

You can book privately without a referral. A GP referral may be needed if you plan to use Medicare Chronic Disease Management, DVA, WorkCover, CTP or another funded pathway. Reception can explain the booking options.

How many people are in each class?

The class is capped at about 6–8 people. This keeps the group small enough for Madison to guide form, adjust tasks and monitor safety. It also helps each person work at a suitable level.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Please bring your bone scan report, medicine list, referral letters and any recent fracture or falls details. These details help Madison choose safer starting exercises. Comfortable clothing and closed-in shoes are also recommended.

What happens if I have pain during class?

Tell Madison if you feel pain, dizziness, new symptoms or loss of confidence during class. Your exercise can be modified, paused or reviewed. New or worsening pain may need an individual appointment before you continue.

How do I check current class fees?

Please confirm current class fees and class pack options with reception when booking. They can explain the options, appointment type and any referral requirements. This helps you choose the most suitable path before starting.

What Should You Do Next?

If you have osteoporosis, osteopenia or a low bone scan result, book an initial EP appointment. Madison can check whether the Bone Density Group Exercise Class is a suitable fit and help you start at the right level.

References

1. Brooke-Wavell K, Skelton DA, Barker KL, et al. Strong, steady and straight: UK consensus statement on physical activity and exercise for osteoporosis. Br J Sports Med. 2022;56(15):837-846.
2. Bae S, Lee S, Park H, et al. Position statement: exercise guidelines for osteoporosis management and fall prevention in osteoporosis patients. J Bone Metab. 2023;30(2):149-165.
3. Gregson CL, Armstrong DJ, Bowden J, et al. The 2024 UK clinical guideline for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Arch Osteoporos. 2025;20:67.
4. Zhao F, Li Y, Zhang Y, et al. Optimal resistance training parameters for improving bone mineral density in postmenopausal women: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2025;26:488.
5. Healthy Bones Australia. Position statement on the management of osteoporosis. Published 2026.