Want to be more physically active but need some help getting started? We can help for free!

Whether you have a fitness membership or not, we are here to help!

Our exercise specialists will help you address your specific goal according to your needs and fitness level. 

You can meet in person, online, by phone or email. You choose your consultant, and your preferred date and time.

What you receive

  • One 60-minute session with an exercise physiologist
  • A follow-up after the initial consult with additional support so you are empowered to keep up with your fitness
  • Recommendations and resources appropriate for your specific goal

Meet our expert staff, ready to help you create your fitness plan!

Matt Fels-McDowell

  • Return to activity
  • Improving athletic perform
  • Improving endurance
  • General Fitness
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Matt
Chadd McFarland

ACSM
Chadd McFarland

  • Increasing strength
  • Improving cardiovascular output
  • Muscle building (hypertrophy)
  • General Fitness
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Chadd

Ready to make a move in the right direction?

Scheduling a consult is easy and flexible. When you select the button below, you’ll be directed to your health and wellness dashboard where you’ll log in and answer a few questions. Then, you can select how and when you would like to meet. You'll even receive a confirmation email with the details.

News

December 09, 2025

Winter Workouts

Exercising during colder months offers unique benefits and challenges. While the chilly weather may deter some, it can be an invigorating time to engage in physical activity. Cold weather exercise presents an opportunity to embrace the outdoors while reaping numerous health advantages. 

Health and Wellness

We offer this benefit to you and your spouse while you’re an employee and as a retiree. All retirees and most employees are eligible, but if you’re less than half-time please review the details.

Contact our office

Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(859) 257-9355
healthandwellness@uky.edu
A-250 Southcreek Park, 2365 Harrodsburg Road