Center for Healthy Living

- Membership Overview
- Pricing
  Review prices for employees, faculty, students, volunteers, alumni, retirees, affiliates and their families, or find out how to purchase a fitness pass.
- Fitness Classes
  A variety of fitness classes are included with your CFHL membership.
- Facilities and Equipment
  We offer a variety of fitness equipment for members, including cardio/aerobic, weights and weight machines, and full-sized basketball courts.
- Member Guidelines
  The Center for Healthy Living expects our members to adhere to guidelines which are designed to reduce the chance of injury.
- Personal Training
  We offer a variety of personal training packages. Our fitness consultations will help you assess goals, identify barriers to fitness and create a plan that is specific to your fitness journey.
- Hours
  Review current hours for the Center for Healthy Living and access holiday schedules to see reduced hours and closures.
- Intramural Sports Overview
- Intramural Registration
  Participants can sign up as a team or an individual. Review the registration process and deadlines for upcoming leagues.
- Fall Intramural Leagues
  Find information on the fall intramural season.
- Winter Intramural Leagues
  Find information on the winter intramural season.
- Summer Intramural Leagues
  Find information on the summer intramural season.
- Spring Intramural Leagues
  Find information on the spring intramural season.
- Resources Overview
- Events
  Attend med center events and join UNMC and Nebraska Medicine-sponsored teams and stay active by raising money for local causes.
- Fitness FAQs
  Review frequently asked questions about starting a fitness or exercise program.
- Walking for Fitness
  Explore the many benefits of walking for fitness and get advice on how to increase your step count.
- UNMC Ice Rink
  The UNMC Ice Rink is centrally located between 42nd and 40th Streets and Dewey and Emile Streets.

Events

THRIVE Steps & Stairs - Fall 2025

Our first challenge of the fall semester begins Monday, Sept. 8 and ends Friday, Oct. 17. It is a progressive mix of walking intensities and exercise time paired with stair steps throughout the 6-week challenge. It is a great way to improve your fitness and overall wellness as the new semester kicks off!

21 Days of Calm Wellness Challenge

Take a few minutes each day to pause, breathe, and recharge with the 21 Days of Calm Wellness Challenge hosted by UNMC Campus Engagement and the Center for Healthy Living. From Oct. 12–Nov. 1, join us in a daily practice of five-minute activities designed to reduce stress, boost mindfulness, and create small moments of balance in your routine.

2025 Wellness Fair - Oct. 7, 2025

The med center students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend the 2025 Wellness Fair. Campus organizations and departments, as well as community businesses and non-profits, will provide resources that encompass the eight dimensions of wellness. Visit the participating exhibitors for free samples, giveaways, door prizes and more.

Sponsored Biking Events

Omaha Corporate Cycling Challenge

Ready to help build and improve bike trails in Omaha? Join Nebraska’s largest one-day bicycling event.

Sponsored Running/Walking Events

Greater Omaha Heart & Stroke Walk

The walk celebrates heart and stroke survivors, promotes physical activity and heart-healthy living and raises funds for research, advocacy and CPR training.

American Lung Association's Annual Corporate Cup

The American Lung Association's Corporate Cup is one of Omaha's longest "running" traditions. $.88 of each dollar raised goes directly toward our impactful programming in research, education and advocacy.

Other Events

Annual Wear Yellow Ride, Run, and Walk

100% of proceeds support Wear Yellow Nebraska’s cancer fighting and cancer patient assistance programs. This event specifically supports the Wear Yellow Cab Ride Program and the Wear Yellow Grant Program.

Tour de Nebraska

Tour de Nebraska is a fully sagged, 5-day bicycle tour, pedaling through beautiful, scenic rural Nebraska every year in June.

Health & Wellness Events