Which resource does Exercise is Medicine provide for physicians?

The EIM Physician Workbook is designed specifically to equip healthcare professionals, particularly physicians, with the necessary tools and knowledge to incorporate physical activity counseling into their practice. This resource provides evidence-based guidelines, practical strategies, and a framework for assessing patients' physical activity levels. It helps physicians understand how to effectively communicate the benefits of exercise to patients and how to address barriers that might prevent patients from being active.

The focus of this workbook is on reinforcing the physician's role in promoting physical activity as a vital component of health care, which aligns with the Exercise is Medicine initiative, aiming to migrate exercise from a supplementary recommendation to a fundamental aspect of patient care. This resource empowers physicians to engage more confidently in discussions about exercise, set realistic activity goals for their patients, and support them in achieving those goals for improved health outcomes.