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There is always a lot going on at WellWorks. Check out some of our recent news!

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Wellness Series Registration Now Open

December 21, 2020

You now have a new way to connect with Ohio University WellWorks without needing a membership. WellWorks has officially announced a variety of specialty wellness programs that are available now. All materials are conveniently located in a class website, making it easy to navigate your own wellness goals. 

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Employee Wellbeing Program Updates

September 4, 2020

Benefits participating employees/spouses/partners can earn up to $260 in 2020 with HealthyOHIO. 

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Virtual Wellness Memberships Now Available!

July 15, 2020

Create an account on the WellWorks member portal and explore a diverse library of wellness offerings.

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Announcing: Virtual Memberships

July 1, 2020

This month, WellWorks will launch a supportive online community of wellbeing through Virtual Memberships. After all, we're more than just a fitness facility; we're here to empower your pursuit of personal adventures. 

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Your Reopening Questions Answered

June 5, 2020

As we look forward to reopening our facility, we know our members have questions about their memberships, the 100 Day Challenge and more.  

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OHIO Wins National Wellness Challenge

May 18, 2020

Ohio University was announced the first place winner of the 2020 Building Healthy Academic Communities' National Wellness Challenge with their submission of the Healthy Breaks Campaign.

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Virtual Fitness Now Streaming

April 8, 2020

Take part in Virtual Group Fitness classes by Ohio University fitness instructors, brought to you collaboratively by WellWorks and Campus Recreation! 

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Operating Update

March 15, 2020

WellWorks at Ohio University is CLOSED to comply with the University’s decision to alter institutional operations, in consultation with public health officials, due to increasing concerns surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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Produce Buying Club

March 2, 2020

Registration for our 2020 Produce Buying Club, in partnership with Rural Action, is now open! Locally produced, Non-GMO produce at wholesale prices delivered to the Athens campus.  

Relax and Recover Challenge

Spring Member Challenge

February 24, 2020

This spring, WellWorks wants to help you be more mindful about how you focus on relaxation and recovery. It’s good to put yourself first and take the time you need to feel complete. Whether that means you committed to a hard workout, deep breathing, mindful eating, or other, use this challenge as a way to track what you’re doing for yourself and how you felt after completing it.