Like it or not, aging is a part of life, and with aging come many challenges that negatively affect one's health and fitness. One such ailment that has affected over 10 million Americans is Osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by decreased bone mass and the loss of bone tissue. The name literally means, "porous bones," or "holes in bones." That doesn't sound too nice now does it? Osteoporosis is characterized by the progressive thinning of the bones in your body. This results in weak brittle bones, which is extremely susceptible to fracture. Sufferers of osteoporosis commonly see such fractures in the hip and spine. Injuries in these regions of the body greatly affect their health and fitness level. Osteoporosis-related injuries can often last for long periods of time, sometimes resulting in hospitalization. Though 10 million Americans currently have Osteoporosis, studies show that an additional 34 million people suffer from low bone mass ...