Building strong bones isn't just a matter of getting lots of calcium. Exercise is key, too.

And not just any exercise. Weight-bearing exercises, like running and weight-lifting, help lower your odds of getting osteoporosis as you grow older, according to experts.

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You should start when you're young, but it's never too late to pick up the habit. Even a brisk walk can help, says doctors of units for metabolic diseases.

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