Creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle is achievable through the various programs and services offered by our Fitness and Wellness Department.  From group exercise classes to our wellness lecture series - we have programs and services to meet the needs of all fitness levels and interests.  Research indicates that significant improvements in strength, body composition and flexibility can be achieved from simple exercise programs and Recreation and Wellness is ready to help you!

 Click HERE for the Fitness & Wellness Fall 2011 Line-Up

GROUP FITNESS: From beginner step to yoga to Pilates and "AbsoGlutely," you'll find a fitness class that meets your need in one of the most diverse group schedules on any college campus.  Classes include 20/20 (20 minutes aerobics/20 minutes weights), Strengthen 'n Tone, "AbsoGlutely," dance aerobics, Zumba, BOSU and MORE.  There is always a class to keep you active and motivated.

PERSONALTRAINING: Our certified personal trainer can design a training program specifically for YOU based on your individual profile (including age, exercise history, fitness level, goals, available equipment, schedule availability, medical history, etc.). To save time, many diet or fitness programs are based on a general, one-size-fits-all approach and use computer-generated programs. But, most exercisers are more successful at reaching their goals when using a program that is designed just for them. We utilize the extensive profile you provide to develop your customized program so that you are always doing exercises that are just right for YOU. We design programs for all fitness levels, and use with a variety of exercise equipment or even no equipment at all.  Unlike other fitness programs that take your money and then forget about you, our personal trainers will be there with you through every step and we offer this service at an extremely low cost to you.  CLICK HERE for Personal Training Rates or contact Heather Sadowski at hsadowsk@odu.edu.

FITNESS ASSESSMENTS: Fitness assessments are a great tool to help you make exercise a part of your daily life. By evaluating your fitness level and health risk, we can establish a personalized exercise program designed to help you achieve your health and fitness goals. Assessments are recommended prior to beginning an exercise program and throughout the progression of your exercise routine.  This program is only for Recreation and Wellness members and benefits those interested in improving or maintaining their current fitness level. All assessments are performed at the Student Recreation Center.  Fitness Assessments measure your current level of fitness, assist in goal setting and tracking of your progress. In addition, they track a variety of health related components, and improve motivation! A fitness assessment provides a baseline measurement of cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance and strength, body composition, blood pressure and flexibility. The assessment takes about 45 minutes to complete. Please make sure to wear athletic-style clothing. Shorts are preferred due to the body composition measurement on the thigh.  Schedule your assessment today with Heather Sadowski at hsadowsk@odu.edu.

WELLNESS EDUCATION:  Wellness Education at Old Dominion University guides faculty, staff and students to make choices and develop life skills necessary to enhance their personal health. The journey towards optimal wellness encompasses the six dimensions of the traditional wellness model that include: physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, social, and occupational. Please contact Wellness Education Coordinator, Heather Sadowski, MPH, CHES, at 757-683-4080 or email hsadowsk@odu.edu to begin your journey to optimal wellness!

WELLNESS LECTURE SERIES:  If your professional staff, academic class, student organization, etc. would be interested in a wellness education lecture, please feel free to contact Lauren Mayes at lrmayes@odu.edu or 757-683-4517 to arrange this lecture.

WELLNESS CHAT:  Have you lost your motivation to eat healthy or to exercise regularly? Are you feeling stressed? We can help! We will discuss your current lifestyle and how you can achieve your personal wellness goals and create balance in your life.  Stop by the ODU Student Recreation Center or call, 757-683-3099 to make an appointment.   

Your Fitness and Wellness Team:

Heather Sadowski, Assistant Director for Fitness and Wellness hsadowsk@odu.edu

Kelley Sauber, Coordinator for Wellness Education ksauber@odu.edu

Lauren Mayes, Graduate Assistant for Wellness Education at lrmayes@odu.edu

Kristin Gundy, Graduate Assistant for Fitness and Wellness at kgundy@odu.edu