This program has exceeded my expectations in every way. I feel so much stronger and in control of my health. The video demonstrations are clear and easy to follow. Our coach was so attentive to any questions or accommodations needed. Going through the program with a group of women felt like an extra level of support and encouragement. I’m also thrilled that the maintenance programs are flexible and offer an affordable way to continue to gain strength and hopefully increase bone density. I highly recommend joining this program if you want to learn how to safely and effectively lift weights and improve flexibility. Best investment I’ve made for my health.
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WELCOME TO KAARI
BETTER BONE DENSITY STARTS HERE
At Kaari Prehab, our goal is to help you safely build bone density and reduce your fracture risk, so you can enjoy an active life without constant fear of fracture!
Our top-rated Strength Training & Yoga for Osteoporosis program includes:
- 13 weeks of evidence-based workouts
- Unlimited support from expert coaches
- Modified programming based on your unique needs
- Suitable support for all experience levels
You don't need to figure it out on your own.
Wherever you're at in your bone density journey, we'll support you every step of the way!
"I am just in awe of this program! I had pretty much accepted that aging for me would mean getting weaker and less independent, just like my mother, and Kaari has just swept that image out of my mind."
– Karen Swann
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SAFE & EFFECTIVE INTERVENTION
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Customer reviews
I just want to give a shout out to the folks at Kaari who so thoughtfully designed this online program. I've been in the program for 13 weeks, and although it's been a lot of work, and a bit of a time commitment, I feel it's been really good for me. I was doing strength training previously, but not progressively loading. I'm seeing noticeable toning in my arms--and feel stronger in the rest of my body. I'll be continuing with their maintenance program. All of the staff are kind, considerate-, and caring-they are a great group of people who have your best interests at heart.
I was recently diagnosed with osteoporosis and had a weak direction offered by my endocrinologist to "lift some light weights and add calcium rich foods to my diet." I wanted and needed more direction and found a gold mine in the program offered through Kaari Prehab! It guided me through the adjustment of adding strength training to my life with the addition of yoga and myofascial release ( an incredible soft tissue technique to address tight or sore tissues) and breathing techniques, all added as critical components of a well balanced program. Having a coach on line to check my accountability and who I could direct questions to was an important aspect of the success of my participation. This was the right balance to help me establish a life long habit to improve my health and mobility.
I completed the Kaari Prehab Osteoporosis program in January and I am now on their maintenance program. I can not emphasize enough how professional and informative the coaches are for strength training with osteoporosis. I was nervous to sign up as the initial payment was a lump upfront sum. Investing in this program is one of the best steps I have done to take control of my body with the diagnosis of osteoporosis. The coaches are knowledgeable, dedicated and available for your questions. They integrate strength training with axial loading along with yoga, balance and restorative postures. Their demos are excellent. Coach feedback is guaranteed. The monthly zoom meetings with a coach and other women in the program is supportive and informative. The maintenance program keeps me on a schedule so I can’t get lazy and the cost is very reasonable with 3 tier options. The difference in my self confidence from before the program to ending the 3 month program is beyond words. I am a woman who has always felt confident with my body but I was afraid to twist or bend because of my DEXA scan and warning words from my doctor. The coaches in this program guided me back to self confidence and I am so much stronger, physically and mentally. The other fascinating information is that strength training is recommended for anybody with osteoporosis. It is not a divide between those taking pharmaceutical medications and those who don’t. It benefits everybody. One final comment! During the program, the coaches stress eating enough calories, proteins and drinking lots of water to keep up with the new muscular demands on your body. There is an absolute connection with this process and improvement in my immune system. It is truly fascinating the connections of the underlying systems in our bodies.
Before I began this program, I jiggled everywhere on my body when I walked. Now, I have firm thighs and arms. This program motivated me to exercise and improve my strength. Instead of saying you shouldn't lift, this group encourages you to lift correctly and safely. I never had any pain from the exercises like I did when I tried other unguided exercise programs. The daily coaching and personal touch helped me to feel motivated to continue and to achieve. Yes, it took about 35-45 minutes a day 6 days a week to achieve. I never thought I could find the time to do this time commitment, but I did. I'm glad I did. I feel a decade younger.
This program is designed for you if, like me, you were diagnosed with Osteoporosis and want to increase your bone density through resistance training but aren’t sure how or where to begin. It’s especially beneficial for anyone new to strength training and concerned with learning correct and safe techniques. Well-qualified teachers are encouraging and available for feedback. The app is pretty easy to use and its demo videos are very thorough and helpful. You’ll also get good information at the monthly meetings. At the conclusion of this program, I am definitely stronger and I feel great! No pain, only gain. (I take supplements as well.) Can’t wait to see the results from my next DEXA scan.
Loved the strength, posture, and balance components embedded in this challenging yet enjoyable program. I thought I was in "good shape" before I started but quickly found I could lift more, stand straighter, and keep my balance better in all my daily activities. The rigorous progressive design, daily goals, easy-to-follow detailed exercise demonstrations, and the daily coach encouragement and feedback made real change possible for me. I'm continuing in the maintenance program to stay fit and reduce the risks from my osteoporosis. Outstanding professional program and organization - real people, real expertise, real care.
Kaari osteoporosis program was exactly what I was looking for. After the 3 month program I am stronger and my balance is great! I am looking forward to continuing the program and getting even stronger. I was diagnosed with osteoporosis and all my Doctor said was you need to get on medication. I felt like there had to be more than just drugs and after reading about the liftmor study I started searching for an osteoporosis strength training program that would be safe, informative, and doable for me. The videos are very informative. They teach you each exercise step by step as you follow along with the videos. Then when you do your workout video for the day the instructor continues to remind you about proper form and when to breath etc. while doing the different circuits along with you. I had no prior experience lifting weights. I was able to learn things safely and gradually am increasing the amount of weight I can do in the different exercises. I know now what a squat and a lunge are and how to do them. Yoga was good too. The cherry on top is the other women I met in my group who are on the same osteoporosis journey as me. Being able to continue to learn from their experiences and discuss nutrition, educational books, podcast, HRT, bone marker testing and even bone medications they have experienced makes me feel like I am not alone on this journey! Thank you Kaari
I’ve tried MANY online workout programs , but none of them kept my interest until I joined the Kaari 13-week program. I LOVE It! I wanted to learn the best weight lifting exercises to increase my bone density and this program was the answer.
I have been treated for osteopenia and osteoporosis over the past 20 years and have never been provided with treatment options besides medication. While I wanted to try exercise to increase bone density my doctors lacked the knowledge and interest to support me, I felt I was on my own. I did research online and found the Kaari Prehab Program which specializes in osteoporosis management through strength training and yoga, offering a research-based holistic approach with knowledgeable, experienced, and credible professionals. Just what I needed! I wanted to know that I’m doing the right things and doing them correctly and safely. Kaari Prehab is a well-designed program from start to finish, delivered by a team of experts with a wealth of experience and knowledge. Using Coach RX on my phone was easy to follow, with excellent video tutorials and expert coaching. The 13-week program went by fast as I became more adept with the exercises each week. Upon completion I knew I wanted to keep going so I signed up for the monthly maintenance program. I won’t know the impact on my bone density (DEXA) until next year, but I feel great and am confident that it’s making a difference. I have gained strength, muscle tone, flexibility, posture awareness and the knowledge to advocate for myself in my bone health journey. This is a real commitment on my part but a worthwhile investment in myself. I am so grateful that I found this amazing program!
I started this exercise program 13 weeks ago, and the results have been amazing. The daily assignments are thoughtfully designed so that no muscle group is overwhelmed, and rest and recovery are built into the plan. The instructors are amazing; they regularly checked in with me, discussed any discomfort I experienced, and helped me work through it. I started off with severe pain, but now I feel very strong. I’ve noticed a big difference in my body, more energy, better flexibility, and significant pain relief. I haven’t had my follow-up bone density test yet, but based on how I feel, I’m confident I’ve made real progress. I’m continuing with their maintenance program, which is a great way to protect and maintain bone health long term. Highly recommend!
I learned so much from Kaari's 13-week program. I highly recommend it. I have continued with the exercises and, after ten months, my DEXA lumbar spine score increased by 6.5%. I was thrilled. I will admit that the program requires commitment. I found doing it over the winter fit my personal schedule the best. The entire staff is patient, kind and considerate. Well done, ladies!
I have osteoporosis and wanted to weight train safely. I came across this program and it was everything I needed plus more! You get step-by-step daily weight training videos that are extremely helpful and user-friendly. The coaches are fantastic and very responsive to any questions you have. I have gained so much confidence & strength. Highly recommend this program!
Amazing program. With that said , I am incredibly happy to be part of this journey and I feli totally taken care of during the whole process as I proceeded further into the program. I definitely feel stronger and I love challenging myself and learning how to build stronger bones and muscles. Even helps my mental state. I’ve learned so much about what exercises most benefit the building of my bones and the safest way to do them, as technique is very important in this program and the demo videos are quite excellent. Plus you get pretty much daily feedback and responses from the coaches on questions you might have or from videos that you send of yourself doing the exercises if you desire to, or need extra help on form. You also get a list of all the equipment you need and I love having a little mini gym of all the right accessories to help me on my journey. Before this program, I felt lost and really didn’t know what I should be doing and It’s really wonderful to know that I am doing everything I should be doing. I highly recommend !!. PS. All the coaches are extremely knowledgeable and supportive throughout the program.
I took a couple of strength training classes with a personal trainer. I felt like their expectations were way too high for someone like me, who has been out of shape my whole life. They wanted me to "train to failure" and expected me to lift weights that were just not possible for me. Kaari Prehab was exactly the opposite. Their online training videos show in great detail how to do the basic moves correctly without injury, and there was plenty of encouragement to listen to my body and start with weights and reps that felt challenging but not outrageous. The progression of exercises and weights was reasonable, and I had the freedom to back off a little when the soreness was too much. I surprised myself by how much I progressed and how much I started to crave feeling stronger and more flexible. And my balance has improved, too. Their combination of strength days with yoga and recovery days takes up a lot of time in the week, but now that I'm familiar with the exercises, I can do them faster. The personal coach support was invaluable, with plenty of positive feedback and help with modifying moves to suit my body and my particular aches and pains. I'm convinced that the weight loading and strength training will have positive effects on my next bone density scan, but honestly, I think this program is great for anyone of any age who is starting basically from scratch and who wants to be stronger and more flexible. (And the price is so much more reasonable than hiring a personal trainer!)
Fantastic program staffed with friendly, knowledgeable staff. The daily assignments are carefully created, so as to avoid overwhelming a muscle group. Rest & recovery are built into the program, as well. New clients will be surprised at what the body can do with proper training! I began 13 weeks ago, feeling so deflated and helpless from a Dexa scan number, and wondered how it would alter my life. Today I am certainly mindful of the way in which movement is executed, and feel confident that I’ve been given the tools to move forward with all the activities I enjoy. Of course, the best part for me is that the program is evidence-based practice! Take a proactive step to better bone health; you won’t regret it.
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"I went from osteoporosis to osteopenia.
My doctors were just shocked."
JoDeine just got her follow-up DEXA results after two years with Kaari! 🎉
In March 2023 she was devastated by an osteoporosis diagnosis. After two years with Kaari, she’s gained bone density, muscle strength, confidence, and a new family of supportive peers and coaches.
- No meds
- Added strength training
- Calcium supplement
Latest DEXA results (no more osteoporosis!)
DEXA T-score bands: Normal (≥ −1.0), Osteopenia (−2.5 to < −1.0), Osteoporosis (< −2.5)
Hear JoDeine's story!
Remember, JoDeine did not use osteoporosis medication!
Aside from adding strength training, the only change she made was starting a calcium supplement—and her results after two years were fantastic.
Ready to get the same results?
Program Structure
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM?
- Expert-led programming 13 weeks designed and instructed by osteoporosis specialists.
- Weekly structure 4 strength sessions, 1 active yoga day, and 1 recovery day (~45 min/day).
- CoachRx delivery Stream workouts, message your coach, and upload form-check videos in the app.
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Live cohort sessions Regular Zoom calls with recordings if you miss one.
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Unlimited support Ask questions anytime; your coach monitors progress and guides progression.
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Is it safe?
THE RESEARCH SAYS STRENGTH TRAINING IS SAFE
Strength training is a highly effective osteoporosis intervention, and research suggests that it's safe for people with osteoporosis, including older adults and people who have already suffered a fracture.
Research strongly suggests:
- Bones respond to loading. Our bones strengthen in response to healthy compression – exactly what happens when we challenge them with external loads like dumbbells!
- Good posture decreases the risk of compression fractures. Yoga and myofascial release are both excellent tools for improving posture and relieving tension. Yoga also strengthens the muscles that maintain better posture in the long-run.
- Balance is key! Strength training and yoga both improve overall musculoskeletal function and proprioception (our awareness of how the body is positioned in space), helping to reduce the risk of falls.
Want to learn more about exercising for better BMD? Watch the free videos
Member story
A PHYSICIAN'S TAKE:
"Strength training was the missing piece!"
Dr. Linda Baker (72), holistic physician & pediatrician, shares how adding coached strength work finally felt clear, safe, and doable.
"This program gave me what I needed to feel like I knew what I was doing—and I could comfortably add strength training."
— Dr. Linda Baker
- Clarity & confidence. “I’d never really done strength training seriously… now I know what I’m doing.”
- Coaching + community. “The coaching part was a huge help—and the group, too.”
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Built for bone health. Guidance to progress safely.
What about cost?
Better bones, best value
Here’s what it typically costs to piece these services together yourself—then what it costs with Kaari.
- 48 sessions with an osteoporosis-informed personal trainer @ $95 $4,560
- 12 yoga sessions with an osteoporosis-informed instructor @ $95 $1,140
- 3 months of gym access @ $50/mo $150
- Estimated total $5,850
If you sourced it yourself
* Illustrative US market rates; actual costs may vary.
The Kaari program
- Individualized coach support & monitoring
- Strength + yoga + balance for fall reduction
- Live cohort Zoom sessions with recordings
- At-home via CoachRx, no gym required
LED BY INDUSTRY EXPERTS
MEET YOUR COACHING TEAM
Your entire program is instructed by Dr. Sarah Avery and Kaari's Osteoporosis Program Director Michaela Smith.
Michaela personally oversees every cohort, and you can expect to see her throughout the program during your group Zoom meetings. Dr. Avery facilitates an initial movement screen and can answer any medical questions during your introductory meeting.
Sarah Avery
Sarah Avery is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Professional Yoga Therapist, and a 200-hour Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher. She received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Clarkson University in 2016. She is also the owner of Moon Cycle Seed Company, a seed cycling company for women’s health and hormonal support. Sarah completed a 200 hour training to become a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) in 2019 and went on to take over 2,000 hours of training at the Professional Yoga Therapy Institute in North Carolina where she received her certification as a Professional Yoga Therapist (PYT) practicing Medical Therapeutic Yoga in May, 2020. Currently, there are less than 100 certified PYT practitioners across the United States and Canada. She created the first in-person osteoporosis program of its kind in 2019, and has successfully helped over 100 patients maintain or improve bone density at her clinic.
Michaela Smith
Michaela Smith is a Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist, a Yoga Alliance registered teacher at the 500hr level, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and a BoneFit-accredited and NASM-certified personal trainer. She has a Bachelors of Science and Nutrition Didactic Program in Dietetics from Bastyr University. She's also our Osteoporosis Program Director, meaning she supervises all our programs and makes sure participants are guided and supported the entire way! Michaela teaches movement and nutrition full-time both in person and virtually. Using a combination of yoga, strength training principles, meditation, self massage and functional movement, she's passionate about offering a safe and sustainable practice, built around her clients' individual needs. Her multimodal background allows her to blend science, self-awareness and intuition, and she's dedicated to help her clients nourish, heal and live their best and most genuine life. Her collaboration with Sarah on this program has helped dozens of clients maintain or increase bone density.
PLUS you'll get as much individualized guidance and support as you need from a designated coach!
Each Kaari Coach is a highly trained strength coach, with extensive experience working with osteoporosis and bone health specifically. They will be available to answer your questions, provide exercise modifications, give feedback on your form, recommend when to progress your weight selection for each exercise, and offer encouragement to keep you on track!
Member Story
"This program gave me my life back!"
Lori, a longtime yoga teacher, was stunned by a severe osteoporosis diagnosis. With clear guidelines, coached strength work, and weekly Zoom support, she moved from fear to confident, safe movement.
"I was told not to bend, not to lift— everything suddenly felt off-limits."
– Lori Dougherty
- Strength + medical support. Lori “threw the kitchen sink” at it—medication, bio-identical hormones, and Fosteum—paired with coached strength training.
- 12-month DEXA gains. +20% lumbar BMD, +15% femoral neck, +13.2% total hip; femoral neck & total hip back to osteopenia, lumbar much improved.
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Clinician-confirmed progress. Lori's radiologist reported: “SIGNIFICANT IMPROVEMENT FROM BEFORE!”
SNEAK PREVIEW
CURIOUS WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE?
Catch a sneak preview of weeks 1 & 2 here!
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MORE WAYS TO GET STARTED
Upcoming events
We regularly host free seminars so you can meet the program creators and coaches, and learn about effective training protocols for osteoporosis. We love hosting these seminars because we get to connect with our community and answer your questions!
Free classes on YouTube
Short, osteoporosis-informed strength & mobility videos—no equipment needed to start. Get a free taster of how our program is instructed by following along from home. No signup required!
Kaari newsletter
We regularly send evidence-based tips for bone health, balance, and safe loading in our email newsletter. Join now and start learning how you can increase bone density and start moving well again.