EQT REC Center Supports Youth Athletics

Published April 29, 2021

A wrestling tournament held at EQT Rec Center

Healthplex’s EQT REC Center created a youth wrestling program which began in December of 2020 and continued throughout the winter months. The wrestling program paved the way for a partnership with Central Greene School District and the wrestling boosters club to host two wrestling tournaments in successive months. The first was a youth tournament held at the end of February. With over 230 registrants and four mats packed into the indoor turf field we were able keep non-stop action throughout the day. The EQT REC Center is proud to have been a part of this incredible feat from local athletes, many of which have trained at our Center.

Healthplex Associates (HPA) consults with hospitals, health systems, foundations, and universities across the United States to create and manage clinically integrated fitness facilities. Healthplex Associates has developed unique programs to ensure the smooth transition from the clinical setting to the wellness center for people who need long term lifestyle management support for optimal health. HPA has achieved national leadership through innovation and our dedication to patients and clients.

Our combined staff has now served over 400 clients ranging from large hospitals to smaller, community based rural hospitals. We work exclusively with organizations ranging from healthcare systems, universities and foundations who are committed to a vision of improving the health and wellness of the community in which they serve.

Healthplex Associates has developed a unique, hands-on style to assisting and advising clients with an approach that stresses partnerships. We provide an array of services in the Medical Wellness Industry. These services include feasibility studies, audits of existing medical fitness centers and management. Fundamentally, we believe that true community health must include fitness/wellness services and because of our deep healthcare background (all of our principals have health care management or clinical backgrounds), our Healthplex team fully understands the client’s mission and the complexity of today’s healthcare environment.

The management team of Healthplex Associates is made up of some of the nation’s most experienced experts in the field of medically based fitness. Few management firms can boast of the experience in health care, clinical services, and operations of medically based fitness centers that HPA possesses.

Taking Care of the Caregivers

Published April 19, 2021

SBH Fitness Center Spin Class

Healthplex Fitness Center at St Barnabas Hospital is starting a new program to teach 30-minute exercise clinics for the SBH Staff. The Center will provide a series of brief seminars covering the basics of fitness training while also expanding the staff’s knowledge of how to train safely and efficiently. The program is aimed at staff members of the Hospital who are not confident or comfortable working out in a gym. This clinic is designed to motivate those who are looking to gain the knowledge as well as the confidence to start an exercise routine.

Each clinic will be broken into four different sessions targeting a different aspect of training. Mobility/Flexibility, Strength Building, Fat Burning, and Free Weight Training. The Mobility/Flexibility unit will teach how to prepare the body for the workout, proper lifting mechanics, and posture to help not only for gym workouts, but to improve everyday physical activities. The Strength Building class will focus on teaching how to safely use the strength training machines in the gym. The Fat Burning session will cover how to efficiently use the cardio machines to increase cardio capacity. Finally, Free Weight training will provide advice on proper technique, information on repetition counts, and movement pattern mechanics while using the weights in the gym or at home.

This introductory program is designed not only to get the word out about the Center and the training staff, but also to help the Hospital staff realize that they can work out without having any doubt about whether they are working out efficiently. We are looking forward to providing some knowledge, good service, and of course, a whole lot of fun!

Testimony from Dr. Michael Finan

Published April 5, 2021

Dr. Finan shares his testimony.

This is why we are passionate about medical fitness! View this powerful testimony from Dr. Michael Finan, a member at the Singing River Healthplex. He shares how the services he received at our medical fitness center has improved his overall health and wellness. This is an experience he can share with his patients.

Clinical Small Group Exercise Class

Published March 30, 2021

One of our recent highlights at Healthplex’s Mission Fitness has been our Clinical Small Group exercise class. Participants meet 5x/week with our Clinical Integration Coordinator, Zach Cavazos. One of the major benefits of the Clinical Small Group class is that it is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Every participant trains to improve strength, endurance, cardiovascular performance, and balance throughout the week.

“What we admire about the class is the structure and innovative exercises incorporated into the class to improve on our weaknesses,” said Minnie Kikuchi. Zach Cavazos, the clinical lead of the program had this to say, “Guiding the class is my favorite part of the day. I enjoy getting close with the members not only as clients, but as friends.” We have learned many things from this program the past few months. Most importantly, we learned that we must put a focus on improving our health to give our immune systems the ability to stay healthy.

The class is exceeding our expectations in terms of benefits for the participants. For example, it has a huge value with a lot to offer in terms of the usual benefits of exercise. One aspect we didn’t anticipate is how the social aspect is playing such a huge part in maintaining good mental health. For example, many have noticed having an increasingly positive state of mind.

Montage Wellness Centers Serve the Needs of California

Published February 25, 2021

The Montage Wellness Centers in Marina and Salinas, CA have remained closed since the middle of July 2020. The closure is mandated by the State and County Health Departments as an infection control measure for COVID19. Keeping with our mission, “to serve the population health and wellness needs of the Monterey Peninsula”, Montage Wellness Centers are opening a large vaccination clinic. The vaccination clinic is launching on February 10, 2021 in our Marina facility, with over 500 vaccinations distributed. We are building our vaccination doses to 1,000 each day as long as the vaccination supply continues to be provided by State and County sources. Combined, we are inoculating over 10,000 members of the public over age 75 and qualified health care workers.

The Marina facility is transforming into a large vaccination clinic by removing all the cardio equipment from the fitness floor. In addition, the fitness studios are being used as vaccination rooms and administrative support areas. Individuals that qualify for the vaccination follow a five step process after they register online for their designated appointment time. First, all individuals provide proper identification for age or health care worker qualification status. Second, they receive their vaccination cards, with the type of vaccine and lot number. Next, they enter into the registration system. Then, they are eligible to receive their vaccine. After receiving a vaccination, individuals must remain in the observation area for 15 minutes. The entire process upon arrival lasts about 25 minutes.

Several HPA staff members are working in the vaccination clinic and are performing a wide variety of duties. These duties range from front line welcoming service to call desk and registration support. The efforst between medical, fitness and volunteer staff is being praised by the public. Montage Health is the largest distributer of vaccines in Monterey County. We plan to continue the public vaccination efforts through April and hope to reopen the fitness facilities this summer.

Wellness Centers Giving Back to Their Communities

Published December 24, 2020

Healthplex Wellness Centers are Giving Back

Healthplex Associates is thankful for all of our wellness centers! They are busy giving back to their communities during the holiday season. From food drives to angel trees, Healthplex Associates is focusing on spreading joy!

Halloween Zumba class

Published October 29, 2020

Members enjoyed the Halloween themed Zumba Class

Happy Halloween! Healthplex’s Wellness Center of URMC celebrated with a Halloween Zumba class. As you can see, these members had a fun and sweaty night!

Hospital Based Fitness Center-St. Barnabas Health

Published February 29, 2020

HPA Welcomes the St. Barnabas Healthplex

Healthplex Associates announces a new hospital-based fitness center in conjunction with St. Barnabas Health System. The 50,000 sf SBH Health and Wellness Center is opening in the Bronx later this spring. The Center offers a large rooftop garden for fresh vegetables. In addition, they are offering a fitness center and nutritional counseling. Thanks to several grants, the Healthplex will help hundreds of area residents. Ultimately, the Center aims to show that population health management can make a difference for one of America’s most “at-risk” areas. http://www.sbhny.org/blog/sbh-to-partner-with-national-leader-in-opening-new-fitness-center/

Zumbathon-Henry Mayo Fitness and Health

Published February 20, 2020

Henry Mayo held a Zumba Fundraising Class

Henry Mayo’s Zumbathon Event

Henry Mayo Fitness and Health had over 300 participants at their St. Patrick’s Day Zumbathon! This event helped raise money for the hospital’s foundation and was a huge success! Healthplex is proud to be a part of this amazing team!