Episode 96: Bone Density Grifters: Introducing the Grift-O-Meter!

In this episode of the Movement Logic podcast, Sarah and Laurel dig into the grift surrounding popular bone health programs, critically analyzing Bones for Life, Bone Coach, and Buff Bones. They introduce the Grift-O-Meter™ scale to rate each program on their misleading tactics and claims about osteoporosis treatment. They conclude by decrying the patronizing nature of some fitness regimes, urging a more empowered and scientifically sound approach.

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00:00 Introduction

11:40 Critique of Bone Density Programs

43:30 Debunking Pseudoscience in Marketing

45:49 Feldenkrais Movements and Bone Health

01:23:43 Understanding Naturopathic Education

01:29:49 Exploring Kevin Ellis' Supplement Company

01:31:22 Osteo IQ: DNA Testing and Bone Health

01:41:20 Buff Bones: A Deep Dive

02:05:36 Outdated Research and Spinal Flexion

02:16:28 Instagram Messaging and Audience Engagement

02:20:52 Strength Training for Bone Density

02:39:49 Lifting Weights in a Patriarchy

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Episode 94 Capacities for Longevity Part 2: Power

Results not Typical Podcast

Decoding the Gurus

Bones For Life

https://bonecoach.com/

https://healthybonesco.com/

https://osteoiq.com/

https://www.integrativenutrition.com/

Bone Turnover Markers in the Diagnosis and Monitoring of Metabolic Bone Disease

Sleep Duration and Bone Density

Buff Bones

MEDEX-OP

Stop Worrying About Lifting Weights for Bone Density

Laurel’s Response

Osteoporosis Confusion

Squat Alignment