weight-bearing

Weight-bearing refers to the ability of bones and joints to support the body's weight during activities like standing, walking, or lifting. When you bear weight, your bones, muscles, and joints work together to hold your body up and maintain balance. This process helps keep your bones strong and healthy through a natural experience of load. Weight-bearing exercise, such as walking or resistance training, stimulates bone growth and strength, reducing the risk of osteoporosis and fractures. Essentially, it’s the way your body handles and adapts to the forces exerted on it during daily movements and activities.