Wellness

The Summer 2018 Schedule gears its operation to fit an individual's needs. Our objective is to provide variety in the areas of fitness, strength, health, safety, behavior modification, screening and follow-up services. Our programs and services may be open to to current Rec Center Members and/or Texas Medical Center Faculty, Staff, Residents, Students and Spouses. Check specific activity for more information.

Incentive Programs

Designed to help encourage, inspire and drive members to reach health-related goals. Programs vary by semester and may include:

The Biggest Loser Contest
Individual challenge to lose the highest percentage of weight. Typically offered in fall. Check back for details!

Bench Press Competition
1-rep max competition with divisions for sex/weight class.  How much can you put up?  Normally planned for both fall and spring.

Ironman Challenge
Run, bike and swim over 200 miles total in this 6-week, self-paced challenge.  Think you've got what it takes?  Typically scheduled in spring.

Personal & Group Training

Personal Training involves designing a workout plan to suit your individual needs. Your Personal Coach will assist you in attaining the goals you set for yourself based upon your Fitness Assessment. Half-Hour and One-Hour sessions are available with our staff.  Please note we do not allow non-staff members to train at the Rec Center; however, accommodations may be possible in case of medical needs.  For more information regarding this procedure, please see our policy.

Equipment Orientation

Our equipment orientations are designed to educate our members about proper use and safety of our free weights/resistance and cardiovascular equipment.  Learn more about proper adjustment, safety precautions, movement and general program guidelines.

American Heart Association Certification Courses

Heartsaver First Aid Certification Course
Learn how to treat bleeding, sprains, broken bones, shock + other first aid emergencies.
AHA Course Completion Card is valid for 2 years upon successful completion of the course.
Classes available the 2nd Tuesday of every month during the spring, summer and fall.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers//CPR + AED Certification Course
Learn to recognize life-threatening emergencies, provide CPR, use an AED + relieve choking safely.
AHA Course Completion Card is valid for 2 years upon successful completion of the course.
Classes available the 3rd Tuesday of every month during the spring, summer and fall.
Note: BLS for Healthcare Providers + Heartsaver First Aid are two separate courses and certifications.

GENERAL WELLNESS INFORMATION
Corey Jefferson Wellness Coordinator Email: Corey.Jefferson@uth.tmc.edu Phone: 713-500-8427
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston