Focus Health ExRx

03/31/2026

The gym industry has lied to you.... An 8-pack of abs does not mean optimal health. The 2 are independent of one another. What you look like on the outside can be very different of what is happening on the inside - especially if you are engaging in consistent, high intensity for hours everyday.

Balance, consistency, and listening to your body. Sedentary is bad. Overtraining is just as bad.

There was a time when heart disease felt distant, something that came with age. That assumption no longer holds. Across cities and smaller towns, cases of heart attacks and cardiac issues among people in their 20s, 30s, and early 40s are quietly increasing. Many of these individuals look fit, exerci...

03/30/2026

For most individuals, consistent exercise is necessary to have long term success treating mental health issues. This does not mean other modalities or drugs are not needed as well. It means it is a necessary component that should not be overlooked.

A new Loughborough University study has urged psychiatrists and mental health professionals to formally integrate physical activity into routine care for people living with severe mental illness.

03/26/2026

Every day, we’re exposed to different forms of stress. And while weight gain can be a source of stress, what most people don’t realize is that stress itself can drive weight gain — not just through overeating.

Chronic and acute stress impact your body on a hormonal level. Elevated cortisol, one of your primary stress hormones, can slow metabolism and make it easier to store fat. Over time, this creates a cycle that’s hard to break.

One of the most effective ways to interrupt that cycle is through physical activity.

Exercise helps regulate stress by increasing endorphins and serotonin — chemicals that improve mood, clear your mind, and reduce the urge to reach for “comfort foods.” It also supports more stable hormone levels, making your body more resilient to the physical effects of stress.

Beyond the physiology, movement gives you a mental reset. Whether it’s stepping outside for a walk or joining a group class, changing your environment can help shift your mindset, reduce overwhelm, and bring you back to center.

Stress isn’t going away — but how your body responds to it can change.

Learn why our survival instincts send us in search of fat and sugar — and how to resist the pull in stressful moments.

03/26/2026

The sun is starting to emerge! 🌞 It's time to hit the courts. Have fun.... but make sure you focus on staying healthy!

How to stay safe playing the country’s fastest-growing sport

03/24/2026

Sometimes life gets in the way. Sometimes we are just tired and burned out. We won’t always have the “perfect” week of exercise, but it’s important to try to at least stay as active as possible.

Here are 7 tips that may help keep you on track….

No, you don't have to go to the gym every day to add more physical activity into your routine.

03/21/2026

Yes, it's true. Physicians have prescribed exercise as a means to obtain health for centuries. Physical activity is one of the safest, cheapest medicines available and will increase longevity and quality of life as an added bonus. Now, we need to get the majority of modern physicians to feel the same way!

03/20/2026

Increase bone density, coordination, balance, strength, cognitive abilities.... all in one exercise!

03/19/2026

Exercise.... It's not just a hobby. It's MEDICINE.

A UCSF team finds a liver protein, released with exercise, that improves memory in aging and Alzheimer’s disease by repairing the brain’s blood vessels. It's the missing link between exercise and brain rejuvenation that many have been hunting for.

03/17/2026

WHY do you exercise?

The reason you may be having a hard time staying with your exercise routine is because you are doing it for the wrong reasons.

03/13/2026

Individualized Lifestyle Medicine should always be the FIRST choice to fight menopausal symptoms. It's safe, Inexpensive, and extremely effective for the majority of issues women have - beginning with perimenopause.

Aerobic exercise, particularly static exercises like yoga and stretching, performed 70 to 90 minutes three times a week over eight to 10 weeks, can significantly improve sleep disorders in menopausal women.

03/11/2026

Most individuals benefit from consistent moderate to vigorous exercise. Health improves, quality of life increases and overall you feel better as you increase activity.

Unfortunately, there are a few instances where physical activity can do more harm than good - if care is not taken.

Individuals suffering from Chronic Fatigue (ME/CFS) and Fibromyalgia (FMS) are prone to have setbacks in their disease management if they push their bodies too hard - and that can be from as little as doing too many chores around the house. It’s extremely important for those individuals to have a specific plan created by their doctor and exercise physiologist to find their exact daily activity threshold.

Clinical Exercise Physiologists are specifically trained to deal with many types of diseases and are able to track activity levels to a precise amount. For individuals suffering with FMS or ME/CFS, finding a qualified professional may help manage the disease more efficiently and be able to manage daily life better. Instead of creating an exercise routine, in this case, an exercise physiologist would help find an activity threshold.

Learn about post-exertional malaise, a key symptom of chronic fatigue syndrome, including what it is and why some don't believe it exists.

03/11/2026

Being an exercise professional doesn’t mean you don’t have your own fitness journey full of ups and downs. We all have obstacles.

The original diet and exercise guru talks about leading fitness classes at 76, and why asthma and arthritis haven’t held her back.