National Women's Health & Fitness Day

Wednesday, September 30th, 2026

National Women's Health & Fitness Day

sound bath sessions with candles.

National Women's Health and Fitness Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of September each year to promote health awareness and physical activity for women of all ages. Join us on Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 for these special events and activities from Campus Recreation. 

Participate in at least three (3) of the events or programs below and be entered to win prizes including:

  • Reusable Utensil Kit & $5 off a Meal Kit Monday
  • Yoga Mat
  • Nebraska Blanket
  • Columbia Cross Body Bag

Free Fitness Classes & Specialty Classes

Group Fitness

Enjoy free group fitness classes all day!

View Schedule and Register Here

Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga

Group Fitness

Take your practice of Yoga to a new level: on the water in the CREC Pool! This class uses paddleboards to create a new twist to Yoga poses. Improve your strength, flexibility, and balance in this SUP Yoga class.

CREC Pool
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm

Register Here

Healthy Snack Samples

Nutrition Education

Enjoy FREE butterscotch oat bites courtesy of Nutrition Education. Materials specific to women's health will also be provided.

CREC Atrium
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Fuel & Hydration Station

Nutrition Education

Enjoy FREE do-it-yourself trail mix and hydration drink courtesy of Nutrition Education

Outdoor Adventures Center
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Women's Climb Night

Outdoor Adventures

No experience necessary for this FREE climbing night. A hair tinsel and arts & crafts station will be available. 

Outdoor Adventures Center
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Health Assessment Bundle

Injury Prevention & Care, Personal Training, and Strength

Get your FREE blood pressure readings, body composition exams, and InBody/EGYM setup.

CREC IPC & STC
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Pelvic Floor Health Webinar

Employee Wellness

Open to employees, Nebraska Extension, and students. This is a virtual event brought to you by Hinge Health.

10:00 am

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Employee Sound Bath Meditation

Employee Wellness

FREE for employees only. This meditative experience allows the body and mind to be “bathed” in sound waves. The intention is to change and balance energy through various frequencies with crystal singing bowls that cultivate a state of harmony. Experience deep relaxation, an increased sense of well-being, expanded awareness, and inner peace. 

Outdoor Adventures Center Classroom
12:15 pm - 12:45 pm

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Perimenopause / Menopause Nutrition

Employee Wellness

Join Brittany Spieker, a Registered Dietitian from University Extension to learn about perimenopause/menopause nutrition basics.

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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