Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A runner asked why her bone density wasn't as impressive as her training log. Bone researcher Prof. Belinda Beck explains why running isn't the high-impact stimulus most people assume, how bone adapts to load according to Wolff's Law, and why Olympic gymnasts' bone data can be misleading.
Watch the full episode with Prof. Belinda Beck: youtu.be/9Ughpy87Ap8
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A runner asked why her bone density wasn't as impressive as her training log. Bone researcher Prof. Belinda Beck explains why running isn't the high-impact stimulus most people assume, how bone adapts to load according to Wolff's Law, and why Olympic gymnasts' bone data can be misleading.
Watch the full episode with Prof. Belinda Beck: youtu.be/9Ughpy87Ap8
**P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you:
Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife. drstephanieestima.com/newsletter
Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. drstephanie.ca/lift
