Physical Health Resources for Lexington Campus
Staying physically active and healthy is an important key to supporting physician wellness.
Resources in UKHC Facilities
Residents and fellows have free access to a resident/fellow only gym located in UK Chandler Hospital Pavilion H Room HQ-104. The area is available 24/7 via secured entry access. Enter in the hallway by the GME Office. You will scan into the same areas as the call rooms to access HQ-104. The gym is conveniently located next to the GME call rooms where residents can shower after exercising.
At Good Samaritan Hospital there is also a resident work room area available for use by all programs.
• Fitness Facilities
• Nutrition
• Well-Being Consultations
• Lactation Spaces
Additional Resources
On-Campus Gym Memberships
Other convenient locations for gym access are the Johnson Center and the Alumni Gym. Both are located on the UK campus within a 5-10 minute walk from UK Chandler Hospital. Residents and fellows can join at UK staff membership rates. More information is available here.
Residents and fellows may also purchase a UK MoveWell membership to access the MoveWell Employee Fitness Center and the Seaton Center fitness facility. Both are located on the UK campus within a 5-10 minute walk from UK Chandler Hospital The cost is $7 per month and includes access to group fitness classes. More information is available here.
Spouses can also sign up for these gyms at the UK employee discounted rate.
Nutrition
UK provides a variety of options for consulting with a registered dietician, participating in guided nutrition programs, and exploring recipes and grocery store options: https://www.uky.edu/hr/wellness/eat
Health Coaching and Well-Being Consults
UK's "Be Well" program offers support for health coaching, tobacco cessation, KORU mindfulness training: https://www.uky.edu/hr/wellness/be
Lactation Spaces
Click here to view lactation spaces in UK HealthCare facilities.