According to osteoporosis guidelines, how many days per week should moderate-intensity exercise be performed?

• A. 1-2 days per week
• B. 2-5 days per week
• C. 6-7 days per week
• D. Every day

Answer: (B)

Regular weight-bearing and resistance exercise provides the loading bones need to maintain density and strength. Osteoporosis guidelines recommend moderate-intensity activity on multiple days each week to sustain bone remodeling, balance, and functional ability. The range of two to five days per week delivers enough loading sessions to promote adaptation while allowing recovery and reducing fracture risk. Spreading activity through the week also supports adherence and safety. In practice, you might do brisk walking several days and include two days of targeted resistance training, gradually increasing effort as tolerated. Avoid pushing to very high-impact or rapid, extreme loading if bones are fragile, and tailor frequency and intensity to the individual.