A Christian look at exercise: how caring for our bodies shapes mind, soul, worship, and excellence—and why fitness is a vital spiritual discipline.

Life often runs at a fast pace—work, family, and endless responsibilities pulling in every direction. Yet in the quiet of the mountains, priorities come back into focus. The grandeur of the mountains offered a reminder that significance isn’t found in busyness, but in aligning life with what truly matters and making space for rest.

This book review highlights Dr. Marty Makary’s exploration of how groupthink, tradition, and flawed assumptions have led medicine astray despite its many advances. Reflecting on the COVID-19 pandemic and broader medical history, the review praises Makary’s call for humility, open inquiry, and a renewed commitment to truth. Rather than discrediting medicine, the book challenges physicians to confront dogma and pursue evidence-based reform with integrity and courage.