RxEx Medical Programming

We work with a variety of medical conditions to educate the participant, while teaching self-monitoring skills and progressing them toward independent exercise.

These programs utilize staff who have the Exercise is Medicine credential through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). ACSM sets the industry standard for current exercise guidelines, both clinical and non-clinical. This credential is designed to help exercise professionals work effectively as a member of the extended healthcare team, provide exercise guidance to individuals with the most common chronic diseases, and utilize behavioral support strategies to help a patient successfully integrate regular physical activity into their lives. To receive this credential, you must have both a bachelor’s degree in a health and exercise science related field andhold at least one NCCA accredited fitness certification.

If you have questions, please contact:

Membership Services
fitnessmembershipservices@augustahealth.com
540-332-5433

RxEx Program

Augusta Health Fitness sees physical activity as essential to everyone, especially during a major health event. The RxEx Medical Program is designed for patients who are seeking exercise guidance after having recently undergone surgery, heart events, cancer diagnosis, joint replacement, or diagnosed with other medical conditions. The Medical Fitness team will help increase physical activity by supporting individuals as they begin their exercise journey. During this program you will receive:

Program Overview

• Pre-and post-health assessments to measure fitness levels from start to finish.
• 2 small group sessions per week, over 8 weeks, with our Medical Fitness Specialist.
• Includes 8 weeks of a Total Fitness membership at Augusta Health Fitness (excluding current members).

Facility Access: For participants who are non-members, your program comes with an 8-week total fitness membership. This membership comes with access to:

• Junior Olympic fitness pool, therapeutic pool, and spa
• Fitness, aquatics, and cycling classes
  • Low-impact aquatic classes
  • Yoga
  • Tai Chi
  • Les Mills
• Indoor walking track
• Weight & cardio equipment
• Racquetball