My latest dexa showed a good increase of spinal density, with one hip staying the same and another slightly worse. I have changed how I use the vest from just walking, to adding walking up and down steps in my home many many times in a row several times a day with lunges and squats and plies done with the vest for as many reps as I can stand while watching tv.

Since my spine is improved I now add vertical jumps with the vest for 2 min daily as described in Dr. Snow’s weight vest research article. I also used the vest while on an eliptical machine with the highest resistance on the pedals. and on our treadmill with an incline.

I didn’t get osteoporosis because I was frail or out of shape – it’s genetic. My mom got it in her early 40′s.

The fact that I increased my spinal density in only one year and almost held my own with my hips leads me to believe with some more time and tweaking my exercises with my vest I will win this fight!

The vest is so versatile – I use it for tai chi, yoga, hiking, walking hills, walk aerobics, step aerobics, kickboxing , housework, doing your daily errands,rebounding etc. It’s use is only as limited as your imagination and maybe your fitness level.
Dulcy Heard

I got another testimonial email from a customer today. It’s exciting to have them start to roll in. I have to rely on people’s memories because my privacy policy says that I will not contact customers. But I’m sure happy when they contact me with the good news.

Hi Pam,
Just to let you know, I have been wearing the weight vest since the day I got it and I love it.  I started with 4 lbs. and up to 10lbs. now.

Along with taking a small dosage of strontium and calcium, eating lots of vegetables & fruits and excercise which consist of an 8lb medicine ball, walking, floor excercise and wearing the weight vest for 1 hr every morning for 5 days a week, I have gained 4.2% density in my spine.  I was a hair away from having osteoporosis.

My results showed a mild case of osteopenia in my spine and my hip was normal.  I was so excited about my results, I have been beyond myself.  My doctor says he wants to repeat the test in 2 years and for me to continue what I am doing.  I have had a bone density test for the last 7 years every year as I have been losing density.

I am 66 years old, small weighing 110 lbs and have been told by my physician because of my age and size my bones would not absorb calcium. I told him I was not willing to accept that and I would go the alternative way and through prayer and faith in God, he has been proven wrong.  No matter what size or how old a person is, it can be reversed and without Fosamax, Boniva or any of those chemicals.  I tried them all and could not take them.  This is a more natural and healthier way which I love.

Thank you so much for sharing your research about osteoporosis.
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I got a testimonial this morning -
The weightvest is very comfortable. I wear it around my home while I am doing chores, it aligns the spine beautifully. I feel strong and empowered. I am now using all the weights supplied. I am  telling people about your weight vest and exercise/supplement protocol. I am so pleased I found you here on the web.
Alexia Dunay, Holistic Health Counselor

Alexia is a graduate of the Health Institute that I was looking into. I am really happy that there are so many women like me who are interested in helping others to help themselves to get well. There is a crying need for this service for people who don’t have the time or the resources to figure out what to do from the zillion choices that are now offered.

In truth, there is no perfect diet and lifestyle that fits everyone. Like a health coach, a Holistic Health or Nutritional Counselor can find the one that fits you best. I am studying for the accreditation right now myself and looking forward to setting up a practice. I study health all day long anyway. I may as well have a better way to pass on what I learn.

So many women I speak to on the phone say, "I don’t have time to research this, just tell me what to do."  I can honor that. I am at a stage in my life where I don’t have the interruptions of kids or a primary relationship or a regular job and I can focus completely on health research. It is my joy to learn and grow and find new tools for health.

I think these counselors will become more common everywhere before long. Just a few years ago, life coaches and personal trainers were unknown and look how widespread they are now. Of course, like coaches, they will vary in skill sets and personalities. You will have to find someone that you resonate with and, primarily, one whose own health is something you would aspire to. Unlike doctors, who can be smokers, overweight and junk-food eaters, health counselors will have to walk their talk in order to command respect.
That looks good to me!