ONERO Strong Bones & Balance Class
What is Onero™?
Onero™ is a high intensity resistance and impact exercise program to strengthen bone and muscle. The program is especially designed for people with low bone mass (osteopenia/ osteoporosis). Two class times available, check our schedule on the group class page
Onero™ Background
Onero™ is an evidence based exercise program developed from the LIFTMOR study, conducted at Griffith University under the supervision of Professor Belinda Beck, and recently published in the Journal of Bone Mineral Research (2018). Since 2015, Onero™ has been implemented at the Bone Clinic in six south-east Queensland locations. Like the LIFTMOR findings, ongoing data collection at the Bone Clinic sites indicate that Onero™ increases bone mass, improves posture, and decreases falls in clinic patients. Results show that 86% of patients increased bone mass at the lumbar spine and 69% of patients increased bone mass at the hip. Those results were recently presented at the annual scientific meeting of the American Society of Bone and Mineral Research in Montreal (2018).
How different is Onero™ to what I’m currently doing?
Not all exercise improves bone mass.
Low intensity exercise is not considered to be an effective strategy to build bone. Onero™ is based on the LIFTMOR study which has shown that certain kinds of high intensity loading can be both safe and effective even for people with low bone mass if supervised under the right conditions.
Injuries, which can be a concern in the frail older population, are rare from Onero™ training when properly supervised. This does not mean other types of exercise are not beneficial for muscle and bone health. Many forms of exercise will provide subtle benefits for your bones. The difference is that the higher intensity Onero™ exercises appear to be more effective, based on findings from the LIFTMOR study, when compared to other forms or intensities of exercise.
How the program works:
What is the benefit of training with an accredited Onero practitioner?
Safety! While we all know exercise is good for you, people often underestimate the difference between one type of exercise and another, and the risks some exercises can pose for people with certain conditions. Having low bone mass places you at increased risk of fracture.
For this reason bone-specific exercises must be implemented correctly and supervised to reduce risk of injury. Research shows us that higher intensity exercises can help your bone health, but this type of training must take into consideration your individual requirements and be supervised by someone qualified to do so.
An accredited Onero™ practitioner will know how to correctly:
CLICK HERE to view the consumer video on the background and benefits of ONERO
See Case studies here to read about how ONERO has helped real people to improve their bone mass.
Download the client brochure here
This program is great for improving bone mass, but also for improving strength and is suitable for anyone wishing to improve their muscle and bone strength, and balance to decrease risk of falls and fracture.
Contact us for more information, or to book your initial assessment (essential) before attending a class. Book here.
Onero™ is a high intensity resistance and impact exercise program to strengthen bone and muscle. The program is especially designed for people with low bone mass (osteopenia/ osteoporosis). Two class times available, check our schedule on the group class page
Onero™ Background
Onero™ is an evidence based exercise program developed from the LIFTMOR study, conducted at Griffith University under the supervision of Professor Belinda Beck, and recently published in the Journal of Bone Mineral Research (2018). Since 2015, Onero™ has been implemented at the Bone Clinic in six south-east Queensland locations. Like the LIFTMOR findings, ongoing data collection at the Bone Clinic sites indicate that Onero™ increases bone mass, improves posture, and decreases falls in clinic patients. Results show that 86% of patients increased bone mass at the lumbar spine and 69% of patients increased bone mass at the hip. Those results were recently presented at the annual scientific meeting of the American Society of Bone and Mineral Research in Montreal (2018).
How different is Onero™ to what I’m currently doing?
Not all exercise improves bone mass.
Low intensity exercise is not considered to be an effective strategy to build bone. Onero™ is based on the LIFTMOR study which has shown that certain kinds of high intensity loading can be both safe and effective even for people with low bone mass if supervised under the right conditions.
Injuries, which can be a concern in the frail older population, are rare from Onero™ training when properly supervised. This does not mean other types of exercise are not beneficial for muscle and bone health. Many forms of exercise will provide subtle benefits for your bones. The difference is that the higher intensity Onero™ exercises appear to be more effective, based on findings from the LIFTMOR study, when compared to other forms or intensities of exercise.
How the program works:
- Initial consultation to undertake a full health and physical assessment
- Depending on your level of experience you may require 1-2 follow up sessions to become familiar with the exercises
- 45 minute classes that include strength and balance
- Small class sizes for close supervision
- Small group sessions, best undertaken 2-3 times/week (ask about our class and weekly passes)
- Health fund rebates may apply
What is the benefit of training with an accredited Onero practitioner?
Safety! While we all know exercise is good for you, people often underestimate the difference between one type of exercise and another, and the risks some exercises can pose for people with certain conditions. Having low bone mass places you at increased risk of fracture.
For this reason bone-specific exercises must be implemented correctly and supervised to reduce risk of injury. Research shows us that higher intensity exercises can help your bone health, but this type of training must take into consideration your individual requirements and be supervised by someone qualified to do so.
An accredited Onero™ practitioner will know how to correctly:
- Assess your current health including any pre-existing injuries or conditions;
- Report your baseline assessment results and yearly results to you and your GP;
- Deliver the Onero™ program; and
- Know when to progress, regress or maintain your program.
CLICK HERE to view the consumer video on the background and benefits of ONERO
See Case studies here to read about how ONERO has helped real people to improve their bone mass.
Download the client brochure here
This program is great for improving bone mass, but also for improving strength and is suitable for anyone wishing to improve their muscle and bone strength, and balance to decrease risk of falls and fracture.
Contact us for more information, or to book your initial assessment (essential) before attending a class. Book here.