Focus Health ExRx

09/10/2026

Don’t forget to EXERCISE when dieting!!

The message you generally hear from weight loss “experts” tends to be to focus upon the numbers when deaing with weight loss. For those giving advise (and trying to get the most views on the internet), the quicker the pounds can drop, the more popular they will be.

The reality is this can be detrimental to your health.

Losing weight quickly is most often due to WATER WEIGHT and MUSCLE LOSS. Long term, it can be due to losing BONE DENSITY as well. All 3 will contribute to a decrease of overall pounds on the scale, but is that the goal for healthy, long term weight loss?

To prevent negative health effects, and also succeed in long term weight loss maintenance, focus upon eating enough to stay out of starvation and don’t forget to exercise - especially resistance exercise which will help increase, not decrease, your bone density.

Losing weight is often associated with healthy living. However, that’s not always the case. Rapid weight loss could be detrimental to your bone density, especially in postmenopausal women. Losing too much bone mass can bring on osteoporosis and lead to a higher risk of fractures.

09/02/2026

Exercise activates immune cells in the brain to clear damage. Another win for activity! 🎉🎉🎉

A new study suggests that regular treadmill running can fully reverse memory loss and reduce toxic brain plaques in mice with Alzheimer’s disease. The benefits appear linked to a specific cellular pathway that boosts brain health.

08/30/2026

Over 50% of middle-aged women and over 80% of women over 80 have incontinence issues. There are ways to reverse this problem beyond medication - exercise tops the list.

Read further to find out more about this study...
https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2024/09/yoga-exercise-incontinence.html

08/28/2026

For most knee pain, especially arthritis, less activity will mean MORE pain. Always speak with your physician and listen to your body to adjust intensity, but it is important to keep moving. An Exercise Physiologist can individualize a program for you. Don't give up!!!

Exercising with bad knees can be challenging but can still be done safely. Learn more about which exercises are best and which to avoid.

08/26/2026

Cancer is a tough disease, but advances in research have decreased incidence and mortality rates. To decrease changes of serious complications, make sure your sitting time is under 7 hours a day!

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Breaking up long periods of sitting with physical activity could potentially reduce the risk of cancer incidence and death.

08/25/2026

Exercise increases Dopamine & Serotonin.
Dopamine & Serotonin make you happy.
We all like being happy!

Exercise may lower rates of anxiety and depression by helping the brain cope better with stress.

08/22/2026

That's right! Swinging your arms wildly actually helps propel your body forward and you burn LESS calories. Not moving your arms as much will create less efficiency, which makes the rest of your body work harder!!

08/16/2026

Don't give up your stairs! The extra effort in your legs helps train your muscles to pump blood more efficiently back to your heart.

Better pumping means more efficient blood flow, stronger heart, and improved cardiovascular system.... which means more energy!

If you feel unsteady, always use railing, supportive shoes with grip, and take it slow. If you need some practice because your legs are not as strong as they used to be, go up and down on the bottom step, alternating feet, everyday. And again, hold the railing, BUT NEVER GIVE UP!!!

Simply choosing the stairs could have surprisingly big benefits for your heart and longevity. A large analysis involving more than 480,000 people found that regular stair climbers were 39% less likely to die from cardiovascular disease and 24% less likely to die from any cause than people who rarely...

08/14/2026

Exercising on the beach decreases your overall risk of falls by training muscles that are involved in balance and coordination. Studies have also shown it increases the intensity of your normal street or treadmill walk and can possibly help decrease post-exercise muscle soreness.

Don't have access to the beach? Try walking on grass, dirt paths, or other natural uneven surfaces. Just be sure to be more mindful of your steps to avoid accidents/injuries with a new exercise. As always, consult with your doctor first to make sure this type of activity is right for you!

08/12/2026

It feels counterintuitive, but moderate exercise will HELP pain in the long term.
👉🏼 What has been YOUR experience?

Get help finding your preferred joint-friendly exercise for arthritis to help get you moving, relieve pain and make joints more flexible.