Physical Activity | Human Resources

Meet your personal fitness goals

Consults available in person or online Exercise specialists

Discover more ways to be physically active no matter what challenges you face.

Access to in-person and online resources Three fitness memberships

Options include employee MoveWell facilities, virtual membership or all-access membership including MoveWell and Campus Recreation.

Convenient locations and hours On-campus fitness centers

With on-campus fitness memberships, you can enjoy our dedicated facilities. Check this page for hours.

FOR MOVEWELL MEMBERS Fitness class schedule

Whether you want to focus on strengthening muscle, getting your heart rate up or improving your flexibility, we offer a variety of online and in-person classes. New schedules are offered in fall, spring and summer. You must re-register each semester. Membership is required.

FOR ALL UK EMPLOYEES MoveWell Rewards

No matter your fitness level, with MoveWell Rewards you'll have a chance to win cash prizes through monthly drawings. To participate, track your movement on a fitness device like Fitbit, Garmin or Apple Watch and sync with your device's app regularly to make sure your steps are recorded!

FOR ALL UK EMPLOYEES Resources on and off campus

There are many beautiful walking locations in and around Lexington. Walking for at least 30 minutes a day can help improve your blood pressure and blood sugar levels, reduce cholesterol and lower your risk for diabetes, colon cancer, breast cancer, osteoporosis and possibly depression. A low-impact form of exercise, walking can also be easier on the joints than running or other fitness activities.

Improve back and joint health at home Hinge Health

Hinge Health is a free benefit for your back and joint health. It provides all the tools you need to get moving again from the comfort of your home. You’ll get exercise therapy tailored to your condition and a personal care team of experts. Best of all, it’s free, 100% covered as part of your UK health insurance plan.

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