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High-Impact Exercise

Meaning

High-impact exercise is a category of physical activity characterized by movements that involve both feet leaving the ground simultaneously, generating significant ground reaction forces that travel up through the skeletal system. Examples include running, jumping, and plyometrics. In the context of hormonal health, this type of exercise is a potent mechanical stimulus, critical for maximizing bone mineral accrual and maintaining skeletal integrity throughout the lifespan, especially when hormonal support, such as estrogen, declines.