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Most people think osteoporosis-related fractures happen because bones become weak.

While bone density matters, the reality is that many fractures occur because of a fall.
That's why improving bone health isn't just about calcium, vitamin D, or medications. It's also about improving your ability to stay upright, react quickly, and recover when you lose your balance.

As we age, three physical qualities become increasingly important:
• Balance
• Stability
• Power

These qualities help us navigate uneven surfaces, catch ourselves when we trip, and move confidently through daily life.

At our next Better Bones Coffee Meet-Up, we'll discuss why falls are the leading cause of osteoporotic fractures and what you can do to reduce your risk.

📅 Tuesday, June 30th
⏰ 10:00-10:45 AM
📍 Pure Movement
☕ Free to Attend

Space is limited to 8 participants.

🔗 Click here to learn more and reserve your spot: https://www.pure-movement.com/upcoming-events/the-fall-prevention-formula-workshop.

Better Bones Coffee Meet-Up - The Fall Prevention Formula: Building Power, Balance & Stability — Pure Movement | Portage, MI When: Tuesday, June 30th at 10:00-10:45AM Where : Pure Movement Cost : Free to Attend Most fractures related to osteoporosis don't happen because bones suddenly become weak—they happen because of a fall. Join us for our next Better Bones Coffee Meet-Up as we explore one of the most important to

Please join us in welcoming Jake Luyendyk to the Pure Movement team!

Jake is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Exercise Science student who is passionate about helping people build strength, move better, and develop healthy habits that last.

Drawing from his background in athletics, resistance training, conditioning, and exercise science, Jake believes exercise should be individualized, practical, and sustainable. His coaching style focuses on education, consistency, and helping clients build confidence while working toward their goals.

Jake is now accepting personal training clients and will also be leading our new Functional Strength & Conditioning class launching soon.

We're excited to have him on board and can't wait for you to meet him!

Interested in working with Jake? Contact us to schedule a Discovery Call.

Returning to running after hip pain can feel frustrating and uncertain. Maybe the pain is gone when you're walking, but every time you try to increase mileage, pick up your pace, or run hills, symptoms return. The reality is that being pain-free doesn't always mean you're ready to run.

Successful return to running requires more than rest. It often involves rebuilding strength, improving mobility, restoring confidence, and creating a gradual progression that matches your body's current capacity. Factors like hip strength, pelvic control, running mechanics, training volume, sleep, and recovery all play a role in whether you return successfully or end up stuck in a cycle of recurring pain.

That's why Carly's words mean so much to us:

"Very knowledgeable, structured, and invested in you reaching personal goals."

Our goal isn't simply to get runners back on the road as quickly as possible—it's to help them return with confidence and a plan that supports long-term success.

Through our Return to Sport & Life programs, we combine movement assessment, strength training, education, and individualized coaching to help runners understand why their pain developed and what needs to change moving forward.

Hip pain doesn't have to be the end of your running story. With the right guidance, many runners can return stronger, move better, and gain the confidence to keep pursuing the activities they love.

🏃‍♀️ Return to running with a plan—not just hope.

Our first Better Bones Coffee Meet-Up was a tremendous success!

We spent the morning discussing osteoporosis, bone health, strength training, nutrition, and practical strategies to help adults stay active and independent as they age. One of the biggest takeaways? Building stronger bones isn't just about supplements—it's about combining resistance training, proper nutrition, balance training, and healthy lifestyle habits.

If you missed it, we've put together a recap article highlighting the key lessons and conversations from the event.

We're also excited to announce our next Better Bones Coffee Meet-Up on June 30th at 10:00am. Whether you've been diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis, care for a loved one, or simply want to age stronger, we'd love to have you join us.

Read the article and reserve your spot today!
✅ https://www.pure-movement.com/blog/recap-of-our-first-better-bones-coffee-meet-up.

Summer running season is here.

Unfortunately, it's also the time of year when many runners increase mileage too quickly, skip strength training, and find themselves battling injuries.

The three most common running injuries we see are:
• Runner's Knee
• Shin Splints
• Achilles Tendinopathy

Research consistently shows that training errors are one of the biggest contributors to running injuries. A structured training plan, progressive strength training, adequate recovery, and proper nutrition can dramatically reduce your risk while helping you perform your best.

Check out our latest article to learn how these injuries develop—and what you can do to prevent them.
🔗 https://www.pure-movement.com/blog/the-three-most-common-running-related-injuries-causes-rehab-and-prevention.

🏃‍♂️ Schedule a Running Evaluation and learn how we can help you run stronger and stay injury-free.

Looking for a fitness program that's more personalized than a typical group class—but more affordable than one-on-one personal training?

Our Small Group Training programs are designed to give you expert coaching, accountability, and community while keeping class sizes intentionally small. Sessions are limited to just a few participants so you receive meaningful guidance and support throughout your workout.

Whether your goal is improving strength, mobility, bone health, or overall fitness, we've created classes that help you train smarter and stay consistent.

Read our latest article to learn how Small Group Training works and why it may be the perfect fit for you.

🔗 https://www.pure-movement.com/blog/train-smarter-together-inside-small-group-training-at-pure-movement.

☕ Thank You for Joining Our First Better Bones Coffee Meet-Up!

On Tuesday, we hosted our first Better Bones Coffee Meet-Up: What Actually Improves Bone Density? at Pure Movement, and I want to thank everyone who attended.

We had a great discussion about osteoporosis, bone density, and what the research actually says about keeping bones strong as we age. We covered common myths, why walking alone may not always be enough to improve bone density, how bones respond to exercise through a process called loading, and the important role that strength training can play in supporting bone health.

One of the biggest takeaways was that bones are living tissue that respond to challenge throughout life. While aging does affect bone density, there are many things we can do to support strength, confidence, and independence.

As usual, I got caught up in the conversation and forgot to take pictures until the very end, so a few attendees had already left by the time I remembered! Still, I was able to grab a group photo with some of the wonderful people who joined us.

I'm excited to continue this series and create more opportunities for education, conversation, and community around healthy aging.

Our next workshop is:
☕ The Fall Prevention Formula: Building Power, Balance & Stability
📅 Tuesday, June 30th
⏰ 10:00 AM
Link: https://www.pure-movement.com/upcoming-events/the-fall-prevention-formula-workshop.

We'll discuss how improving power, balance, and stability can help reduce the risk of falls and fractures while supporting long-term independence.
Thank you again to everyone who attended. I look forward to seeing you at the next one!

Finished physical therapy?

That doesn’t always mean you’re ready to perform at your best.

If you want to:
✔ Return to running
✔ Play pickleball or golf
✔ Feel confident moving again

There’s often a missing step between rehab and full performance.

Our Return to Sport & Life program bridges that gap.

Read more:
https://www.pure-movement.com/blog/from-rehab-to-results-how-our-return-to-sport-amp-life-program-helps-you-bounce-back-stronger.

🚨 Last Call: Limited Spots Available 🚨

Better Bones Coffee Meet-Up: What Actually Improves Bone Density is happening at Pure Movement, and spots are limited.

If you’ve ever wondered:
✔ Is walking enough for bone health?
✔ Is lifting weights safe with osteoporosis?
✔ What actually improves bone density?

We’re covering it.

Coffee, conversation, movement demonstrations, and practical information you can actually use.

FREE | Limited to 8 participants
When: Tuesday, June 2nd from 10-10:45am

Reserve your spot before registration closes:
🔗 https://www.pure-movement.com/store/p/what-actually-improves-bone-density.

Better Bones Coffee Meet-Up: What Actually Improves Bone Density — Pure Movement | Portage, MI Join us for a free educational workshop at Pure Movement focused on exercise strategies to support stronger bones and healthy aging. Learn what the research says about improving bone density, common myths surrounding osteoporosis and exercise, and practical movements that can help stimulate bone hea

Want personalized training… without the full one-on-one cost?

Our semi-private training gives you:
✔ Your own individualized program
✔ Coaching every session
✔ A small group (2–3 people) for energy & accountability

It’s one of the fastest-growing options at Pure Movement.

Read more: 👇
https://www.pure-movement.com/blog/is-semi-private-personal-training-right-for-you.