07/06/2026
Building Stronger Bones Through Tailored Impact Training
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are the body's "building block" cells. They're made in the bone marrow and can develop into bone, muscle, and ligament tissue.
Every day, your body produces these cells, and they respond to the forces created by movement and exercise.
When muscles and bones are exposed to impact and loading, signals are generated that encourage these stem cells to develop into bone, muscle, and ligament cells.
High-impact exercises such as jumping, hopping, and bounding create larger forces through the muscles and bones. This stimulates the body's natural bone-building processes and encourages more stem cells to become bone cells, helping to improve bone strength and density.
That's why high-impact training plays such an important role in bone health. However, not all high-impact exercises place the same amount of stress on the joints, and not everyone can tolerate the same level of impact.
For this reason, exercises should always be tailored to the individual. Factors such as age, fitness level, injury history, joint health, and current bone density should all be considered to ensure the exercises are both safe and effective. The goal is to provide enough impact to stimulate bone growth while minimising unnecessary stress on the joints and surrounding tissues.
This personalised approach helps maximise the benefits for bone health while reducing the risk of injury, allowing individuals to train safely and effectively over the long term.
