Fitness & Wellness Overview | Recreation - Division of Student Affairs

The Sonny Werblin Recreation Center is now closed for summer maintenance until August 25.
The College Avenue Gym and Cook/Douglass Recreation Center are now open.
All Recreation Centers will operate on our Welcome Week schedule from Tuesday, August 25 through Monday, September 7.

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About Fitness & Wellness:

Provides inclusive fitness and wellness opportunities for all experience and ability levels that build healthy habits and overall wellbeing.
Features a variety of fitness centers and spaces throughout campus to support all types of workouts.
Supports personalized fitness and wellness through personal training, small group training, EIM-OC coaching, and InBody assessments.
Advances the professional development of fitness instructors and personal trainers through nationally recognized education, certification opportunities, and mentorship.

Fitness & Wellness Articles

Apr 29

Rutgers University– New Brunswick Walking and Running M

Recreation Walking / Running Campus Maps

Dec 4

Congratulations to the Fall 2025 Bench Press Club Membe

Rutgers Recreation is thrilled to celebrate the Bench Press Club Members for the Fall 2025 semester!

Nov 13

RWJBarnabas Health Helps Make the Rutgers Big Chill 5k

Every year, the Rutgers community, comprising students, staff, alumni, and families/friends, comes together to spread the holiday spirit and make a positive impact on those in need. Sponsors such as RWJBarnabas Health make this race possible by offering their generosity and support.

Jul 23

Gold Standing for Exercise is Medicine for the 2025 year

Rutgers University Earns a Gold Standing for Exercise i

Rutgers University–New Brunswick has once again earned a Gold Level recognition from the American College of Sports Medicine’s Exercise is Medicine® On Campus program for 2025. Rutgers has maintained Gold Level standing since 2018. This program is a collaboration between the Division of Student Affairs and the Department of Kinesiology and Health.

Jun 24

Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Rutgers Bench Press Club Members

Congratulations 2024-2025 Bench Press Club Members

The Bench Press Club offers an opportunity for all members of the Rutgers community to challenge themselves and stay accountable to a consistent weight training routine.

Feb 7

Anne Finetto, Race Director for The Rutgers Big Chill 5K Committee, proudly presented a check on behalf of the event to Philip Smith, Assistant Dean of Students for Student Basic Needs, and Kerri Willson, Associate Dean of Students and Director of Off-Campus Living and Community Initiatives, in support of the fund.

The Rutgers Big Chill 5K 2024: A Community Success!

The Rutgers Big Chill 5K 2024: A Community Success! With generous support, $7,584 was raised for the No Hungry Knights Fund, providing 385 meals for Rutgers students facing food insecurity. Read more.

Oct 2

Rutgers University-- New Brunswick Pilates class at Recreation

Explore Fitness & Wellness: Join Our Rutgers Rec Co

Here are some tips to help you prepare for a Fitness and Wellness class at Rutgers Recreation!

Aug 15

Relaxation Opportunities at Rutgers University-- New Br

Prioritizing rest and relaxation is essential for your mental and physical well-being, and Rutgers Recreations has some tools to help you unwind!

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