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
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- 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.

Lifting for Longevity Seminar

Build Strength, Confidence and Independence! It’s never too late to build strength, and the benefits go far beyond the gym. As we age, muscle naturally declines, but lifting weights is one of the most effective ways to slow, stop and even reverse that loss. Strength training keeps your bones strong, improves balance, reduces joint pain, boosts energy and helps you stay steady on your feet, so you can continue doing the activities you love.

March 9 - April 1

Mondays & Wednesdays only 4-5 p.m. at the Center for Healthy Living
Open to anyone (do not need to be a CFHL member)
Limited spots available (8 total)

What You’ll Learn

Join this 4‑week Lifting for Longevity seminar to gain confidence and learn how to lift safely and effectively. You’ll learn:

Proper lifting mechanics for safety and injury prevention
How to use dumbbells and barbells with confidence
Techniques for long‑term, sustainable strength training

Why Strength Train

Better Blood Sugar Control
More muscle helps your body regulate blood sugar and lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Improved Heart Health
Strength training can reduce blood pressure, improve circulation, and support a healthy weight, all key factors in long‑term heart health.
Better Posture
Stronger back, core and shoulder muscles support proper alignment and reduce everyday aches.
Faster Metabolism
Muscle burns more calories at rest, making it easier to maintain a healthy weight as you age.
Improved Mood & Mental Health
Strength training reduces stress, boosts confidence and supports long-term emotional well-being.