Fitness & Wellness

On this page:

• Monthly Fitness/Wellness Classes & Registration
  
• Monthly Features & News
• Henrico County Games
• Fitness/Wellness Certification Program
• 10K Training
• Policies & Other Information
• Fitness Events & Groups in the Area
• American Council on Exercise (ACE)

The Henrico County Fitness and Wellness Program is administered by the Department of Human Resources and offers FREE fitness and wellness services to Henrico County employees. Being active and physically fit improves the overall health and well-being of the Henrico County employee population. Through the Fitness and Wellness program, you can exercise on your own using the equipment in the weight room, attend fitness classes, or schedule a fitness training appointment with a fitness trainer.

Vision: A wellness culture enabling employees to take care of themselves and others by eating right, exercising often, and having fun.

Mission: To make a difference in the health and well-being of our employees and the workplace by changing individual behaviors and creating effective partnerships both at work and at home to promote a culture of wellness.

For additional information on the County's fitness and wellness initiatives, please contact:

• Liz Stepanek, Fitness / Wellness Division Manager, 501-7556
• Ayse Mazicioglu, Senior Fitness Trainer, 501-7502
• Brandon Coates, Senior Fitness Trainer, 501-7218
• Jody Harlow, HR Assistant, 501-7559

Monthly Fitness/Wellness Classes & Registration

Class Calendars:

• January 2012
• February 2012

Learning Management System (LMS) Fitness Class Registration:

• LMS Instructions, Tips, & Resources
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Step-by-Step Class Registration - Option 1
• Step-by-Step Class Registration - Option 2
• Directions and Map to the Training Center
• LMS Fitness Class Registration Workflow

Click here to log in and register for Fitness & Wellness classes!

NOTE: To attend fitness classes in Henrico County, you must complete the Fitness Assumption of Risk Waiver***.

Monthly Features & News

Want to know what's going on each month in the Fitness and Wellness Division? Check out our regular monthly and quarterly features!

• Fit Bits—Quarterly Fitness/Wellness Newsletter
• Fitness & Wellness Hot Topics—Monthly Feature
• Seminars—Scheduled Wellness Lectures

Nutrition Corner—Tips for Healthy Eating

• Question of the Month
• Breakfast Tips
• Monthly Recipes
• Eat Fresh, Buy Local
• Calculate Then Choose
• Eat More, Weigh Less?

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Henrico County Games

• 2011 Henrico Games Announcement/Rules
• Pictures from the 2011 Cross Country Run

Fitness/Wellness Certification Program

Certification Description
Henrico County is committed to encouraging employees who want to live healthier lives. The Certificate in Fitness and Wellness lays the path for improved health, fitness, and well-being. Over the course of 30 weeks, employees are exposed to and encouraged to participate in a variety of fitness and wellness activities. Each hour the employee spends engaged in an approved Fitness/Wellness Division program is counted and credited towards the employee’s Certificate in Fitness and Wellness. Three certificate levels allow for employees to achieve success based on individual goals, schedules, and time commitments.

• Program Details
• Intent Form

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10K Training

Are you planning to participate in a 10K Run? Will this be your first 10K or do you want to compete for placement? Whether you are a beginner or advanced, a good training plan is the best way to reach your 10K goals.

Make plans to train with Ayse and get the results you want. If you have additional questions please e-mail Ayse at maz02@co.henrico.va.us or call 501-7502.

• 10K Training Flyer

Policies & Other Information

• Fitness Training Services & Policies
• Training Center Brochure
• Weight Room Usage Rules
• Employee Testimonials
  • Flying High
  • Feeling Great
• Fitness Assumption of Risk Waiver***

Fitness Events & Groups in the Area

Are you interested in getting out and getting your exercise with other like-minded people? Here are a few sites listing upcoming area events, including races, triathlons, walks, and much more:

• Team in Training
• Richmond Triathlon Club
• Tri Girl Training—Triathlon training for all women
• Set Up Events—Virginia Triathlon Series
• Richmond Road Runners—Foot races and walks in the Richmond metropolitan area
• RABA—Richmond Area Bicycling Association for upcoming events, races, festivals, and classes
• Henrico Department of Recreation & Parks—For sports leagues, current exercise and dance classes, hiking groups, and much more
• Sports Backers
• Marathon Guide—News and information on marathons nationwide
• Endorphin Fitness

Did we miss anything? If you know of a group in the area that you would like to see listed here, please e-mail us.

American Council on Exercise

ACE FitGift Coupons

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*** NOTE: The Assumption of Risk Waiver must be completed before participation in any fitness classes or programs.