Wellness Programs

Wellness begins with making the commitment to live a healthy lifestyle. Body Zone will help you every step of the way with a variety of programs and classes for members many of which are open to the public. 

Not a member? Experience our health club with our free 3-Day Pass!

Click a link below to take you to your program of interest:

Wellness Hike @ Blue Marsh

Join Body Zone Fitness Professional and Nutritionist Michelle Harris for an approximately 2.5-mile hike at Blue Marsh.   She’ll share ways to help you amp up your walks while demonstrating stretches, exercises and even tips for mindfulness. Bring a water bottle.

Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Time: 8:30 AM
Led by: Michelle Harris, BZ Fitness Professional & Nutritionist
Fee: Free and for Body Zone adult members only
Location: Meet up at State Hill Boat Launch, 599 Brownsville Road
Register: Sign up on the portal or app or by emailing learn@bodyzonesports.com  

Deep Core & Pelvic Floor

Ever wonder which muscles actually make up your “core?” Have you given birth and want to learn how to safely gain back your core strength? Do you feel you could benefit from improved core strength? Have you thought, “I wish I had a strong core?”

Join Michelle Harris, BZ fitness professional and nutritionist, as you learn the muscles that make up your core, how to activate and strengthen these muscles, create overall stability, and find exercises that work for your body.

Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024
Time: 12:30 PM
Presented by: Michelle Harris, Body Zone Fitness Professional & Nutritionist 
Fee: Free and for the first 30 Body Zone adult members only
Location: Blue Studio – 2nd floor 
Register: Limited to 30 participants.  Sign up on the portal or app or by emailing learn@bodyzonesports.com  

Breast Cancer Facts For Men And Women

A Free Lunch & Learn Program By Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
 
Did you know breast cancer can affect both men and women? Learn the facts as we explore:

  • The new treatments and technology available in Berks County
  • Risk factors
  • Genetic testing
  • The importance of early detection through self-exams and open conversations with health care providers
Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Time: 12:30 – 1:45 PM
Presented by: Panel discussion by Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center providers (see below for more information)
Fee: Free for Body Zone adult members only
Location: Main level @ Body Zone 
Register by Oct. 15: Email learn@bodyzonesports.com or call Body Zone Guest Services: 610-376-2100

This event is a panel discussion with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center providers:

Dr. Michael Abboud, surgeon
Dr. Marc Rovito, oncologist
Donna Lamp, RN, BSN, CCM, CGN, CGRA, Cancer Risk Evaluation Program coordinator
Anne Welsh, mammography supervisor

No Fibbin! How To Manage And Treat Atrial Fibrillation

A Free Lunch & Learn Program By Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center
 
Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, is an irregular, often rapid heart rhythm. It can lower your quality of life and raise your risk of stroke and a hospital stay. In this Lunch & Learn, we’ll talk about: AFib signs, symptoms, risks and surgical and nonsurgical treatments, including:

  • Stroke prevention
  • Blood thinners
  • Heart rate and rhythm control
  • Device therapy
Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024
Time: 12:30 – 1:45 PM
Presented by: Dr. Christopher Rogers
Fee: Free for Body Zone adult members only
Location: Main level @ Body Zone 
Register by Oct. 30: Email learn@bodyzonesports.com or call Body Zone Guest Services: 610-376-2100

About Dr. Rogers:
Dr. Chris Rogers is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology. A Pennsylvania native, Dr. Rogers earned his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Jefferson Frankford Hospital in Philadelphia and served his cardiology and electrophysiology fellowships at Deborah Heart and Lung Center, Browns Mills, New Jersey.

Happy Holiday Eating

For most of us, the holidays bring up fond memories of cousins, aunts, uncles, and laughter filling every room. Yet, feelings around food can often overshadow the conviviality: Am I eating too much? How much sugar is in this? Is my family judging me for my food choices? I know I’ll gain weight after this! Aunt Joan’s on a diet again. I can’t believe I ate so much! And so on.

It’s time we took back the holidays for our health, our well-being, and our families. Join Michelle Harris, Body Zone fitness professional and nutritionist to learn how you can enjoy all the holidays have to offer (including delicious foods), without any guilt.

Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM
Presented by: Michelle Harris, fitness professional and nutritionist 
Fee: Free for Body Zone adult members only
Location: Wellness Studio – main level  
Register: Sign up on the portal or app or by emailing learn@bodyzonesports.com  

Diabetes 101

Living with diabetes is a journey, not a race. Join Diana Wert, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, to learn the basics about the different types of diabetes, healthy ways to take care of yourself, and resources you can use to help you along the way.

Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM
Presented by: Diana Wert, BSN, RN, CDCES
Fee: Free for Body Zone adult members only
Location: Wellness Studio – main level  
Register: Sign up on the portal or app or by emailing learn@bodyzonesports.com  

Weigh To Wellness Trim Down

Open To Non-Members & Includes A Free Six-Week Membership

Interested in losing weight and feeling better? Want to get back to a healthy lifestyle and focus on you? Join Body Zone’s Weigh To Wellness Trim Down, an six-week motivating, supervised and supportive group wellness program organized and led by Body Zone’s team of fitness and health experts.

You’ll benefit from Weigh To Wellness Trim Down if:

  • Your current workout and weight loss regimen aren’t working and you need that extra boost.
  • You need a health reset or because you are engaging in eating and exercise habits that are putting or keeping you at risk for disease and illness.
  • You have been told by your physician to lose weight.
  • You have Type 2 Diabetes.
  • You are preparing for orthopedic surgery and have been told to lose weight.
  • You’re looking for improved mental wellness

The six-week Weigh To Wellness Trim Down program includes:

  • 18 customized group training classes.
  • Nutrition education and support.
  • Tracking and feedback via InBody body composition screenings and MYZONE heart-rate performance technology.
  • Six-week membership (for non-members) to Body Zone’s fitness center and discounted access to aquatics programs, personal training and Body Zone’s new REP ROOM Studio.
  • Accountability partnerships with our fitness team (Coaches, Certified Trainers, Member Advisors).

Learn more about Weigh To Wellness Trim Down and sign up — click HERE.