Exercise Solutions for Your Health, Functional, and Medical Needs

The right exercise program can help you move, lift, and live with more confidence so you can get back to doing the things you love to do.

If you've had a disc herniation or back surgery, then your needs aren’t like everyone else’s.

If you’ve had a knee, hip, or shoulder replacement, there are certain things you need to know to prevent complications as you work toward improving strength, range of motion, and endurance.

And once you've completed physical therapy or your doctor has recommended exercise to continue on your path to better strength and function...

Medical Exercise is the next logical step.

Working with an exercise professional specializing in orthopedic and other medical conditions gets you started on the right track to improve strength, mobility, and function…while keeping you safe, healthy, and always moving toward your goals.

A Medical Exercise Specialist will...

  • Complete a comprehensive screening and assessment to identify red flags and develop a safe and effective exercise program for you

  • Obtain medical clearance from your physician or other health care provider

  • Teach you how to perform exercises the right way so you get the maximum benefits while reducing the risk of injury

  • Communicate with your doctor to make sure you achieve functional outcome goals

  • Provide lifestyle education and ongoing support so you can maintain your exercise program over time

"Darwin is one of the most insightful students I have encountered in 30 years of teaching the MES program. He is an excellent trainer...very organized, applies the MET concepts exceptionally well, and is a great person. I highly recommend him to clients seeking his training services..."

— Michael Jones, PhD, PT, President at Medical Exercise Training Institute

The Benefits of Medical and Post-Rehab Exercise

You need to work with someone who understands your health history and medical needs before starting an exercise program that helps you…

  • Get back to your work, sports, hobbies, and daily activities

  • Learn how to move in ways that protect your spine and reduce repetitive stress on joints

  • Improve strength and cardiovascular endurance needed for injury prevention and long-term health

You can learn how to exercise for YOUR unique needs...no one else's.

You get all the benefits of exercise so you continue on your path to optimal function.

Darwin Ruiz - Medical Exercise Specialist & Holistic Lifestyle Coach


Darwin Ruiz teaches clients how to use exercise and lifestyle changes to restore function and improve long-term health. He specializes in exercise for clients with back issues related to injuries, surgeries, or degeneration.

Medical Exercise is the next logical step for clients who've completed physical therapy or who've been prescribed exercise by their doctors to manage chronic health conditions.

Darwin has more than 26 years of experience in the exercise industry, and offers a personalized, safe, and thoughtful approach to helping you reach your health goals.

“Darwin consistently dedicates his time and energy to up his education and skillset in order to truly offer the most advanced level fitness assessment and programming to his clients. Most importantly, he has a comforting and calming vibe that allows him to connect with his clients in a deep, sincere way, in order to best assist them with identifying their deeper purpose and achieving their goals.”

—Billy Polson, CSCS, Fitness Business Performance Coach, Founder of DIAKADI