Duke Health & Fitness Center

Duke Health & Fitness Center With lots of natural light and views of Duke Forest, the Duke Health & Fitness Center provides a rel

02/21/2026

Today’s is all about the TRX set up & safety. Be sure to watch this one if you’re a TRX user. Let us know if you have any questions!

Introduction to Step is rescheduled from our winter weather weekend! Get ready to step up your game! Join Exercise Physi...
02/19/2026

Introduction to Step is rescheduled from our winter weather weekend! Get ready to step up your game! Join Exercise Physiologist Tanya Judd on Saturday, February 21 for an exhilarating one-day workshop where you'll master step moves and gain the confidence to rock our step classes. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to elevate your fitness journey!

Class is scheduled for Saturday, February 21 from 10:30-11:15am. Class is free; call the front desk at 919.660.6660 to register.

Today's staff intro post features Katelynn, one of our beloved member services team members! "Hey y’all! I’m Katelynn! M...
02/16/2026

Today's staff intro post features Katelynn, one of our beloved member services team members!

"Hey y’all! I’m Katelynn! My favorite thing about working at DHFC is definitely my interactions with the members. They’re so sweet and are always making me laugh. Outside of work, you’ll find me catching up on shows with my husband, studying languages, running or reading a good book!"

Does your resistance training program align with your goals? For today's , we invite you to check out the infographic b...
02/14/2026

Does your resistance training program align with your goals? For today's , we invite you to check out the infographic below to learn more about the different strength training types and their parameters. Have questions? Stop by the fitness desk to learn more!

We ♥️ wearing red on Fridays in February! February is heart month, so be sure use this month to learn more about how to ...
02/13/2026

We ♥️ wearing red on Fridays in February! February is heart month, so be sure use this month to learn more about how to make sure your heart is in tip-top shape!

Be sure to stop by the fitness desk if you have questions about how to improve your heart health.

Since its inception in 1964, American Heart Month has recognized the efforts of researchers, physicians, and others in c...
02/10/2026

Since its inception in 1964, American Heart Month has recognized the efforts of researchers, physicians, and others in combating heart disease, the leading cause of death for both men and women in the USA.

Prevention: About 80% of cardiovascular events can be prevented by:
- Managing risk factors
- Following a healthy diet
- Being physically active
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Managing stress

For today's Meet the Staff Monday, let's get to know Kara Mitchell! "The best part about Duke health and Fitness? The fa...
02/09/2026

For today's Meet the Staff Monday, let's get to know Kara Mitchell!

"The best part about Duke health and Fitness? The family. The team that I get to work along side are absolutely fantastic! The members that I get to exercise with are always so fun and create joy in my day! How lucky I feel to love the work that I do and enjoy the people I am around every day! I think most people know me from teaching group fitness classes, but in addition to being an Exercise Physiologist, I am also a Dietitian here and I see patients most days for nutrition support. My undergrad is in nutrition and my grad program was in Exercise Science. I love that I get to challenge myself with both of these specialty areas of work each and every day. You also may see me out on the outdoor track walking with my team as we love walking meetings here at DHFC! What a perk we have.

Outside of work, I stay busy with my family of growing teenagers (15 and 18). Boy how time flies! My oldest will be headed off to UNC-W next fall and my youngest is on the roads now with his learners permit. Lots to do to keep everyone going in my house! When I get some down time, I love to run and hike and overall be outdoors. I also have a passion for following college gymnastics (go UCLA!) and trail running races like UTMB, Western States, Golden Trail Series, etc. Give me a few more years and my husband and I hope to start taking some RV trips to travel and roam through the country when we can take some time away from our work.

If I haven’t met you, please stop and say hello!"

Join Exercise Physiologist Michelle Mosberger-Pearce on Wednesday, February 11 from 2-2:30pm as she gives practical tips...
02/05/2026

Join Exercise Physiologist Michelle Mosberger-Pearce on Wednesday, February 11 from 2-2:30pm as she gives practical tips and suggestions for overcoming a plateau, whether it be with your workout or weight loss.

This wellness education seminar will take place on Zoom and is free to all participants. Call the front desk at 919.660.6660 to sign up!

Guess who's back for another Meet the Staff Monday? We are! 🤪Today's feature: Jen Bachman, our fearless leader! Keep rea...
02/02/2026

Guess who's back for another Meet the Staff Monday? We are! 🤪

Today's feature: Jen Bachman, our fearless leader! Keep reading for more information about Jen.

"Hi everyone, my name is Jen! I’ve been with Duke for almost 12 years and what I love most about DHFC is the people, both members and staff. Working from home during the pandemic was difficult because I really enjoy connecting with folks throughout the day. I’m also lucky to work with an extremely bright group of colleagues and clients, so I’m always learning and growing. No two days look the same, from meetings to teaching classes, it’s never boring. Outside of work you’ll find me traveling, being a step-mom, an auntie to three nephews, and enjoying the great outdoors."

Due to winter weather and lingering snowy conditions, the Duke Health & Fitness Center will open on a delayed schedule M...
02/02/2026

Due to winter weather and lingering snowy conditions, the Duke Health & Fitness Center will open on a delayed schedule Monday, February 2 at 10am.

Sidewalks around the center have been cleared, but the parking lots remain wet and may have slick spots in the morning. Please use caution when arriving.

Thank you for your understanding and stay safe.

Due to what we expect will be hazardous conditions resulting from significant snow accumulation, the Duke Health & Fitne...
01/31/2026

Due to what we expect will be hazardous conditions resulting from significant snow accumulation, the Duke Health & Fitness Center will be closed on Saturday, January 31, and Sunday, February 1. Decisions regarding operations on Monday will be made on Sunday based on updated weather conditions and the safety of the surrounding parking areas, sidewalks, and walkways.

We will continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as soon as any scheduling decisions are made.

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe.

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3475 Erwin Road
Durham, NC
27705

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 8pm
Tuesday 6am - 8pm
Wednesday 6am - 8pm
Thursday 6am - 8pm
Friday 6am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+19196606660

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The Duke Health & Fitness Center is a medically based , community wellness center serving both the community and Duke employees. We offer the friendly, caring, and professional experience of a fitness club with medical expertise that is often hard to find. With a diverse selection of group exercise classes, cardiovascular and strength equipment, mind/body experiences, and customized services such as personal training and therapeutic massage, we are confident that we can meet your needs and guide you towards a healthier and more fulfilling life.