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Making Time for Wellness: A New Space for UAG Medical Students to Move, Recharge and Connect

A new weightlifting gym at UAG gives students another place to prioritize movement, wellness and balance throughout their medical school journey.
By: UAG School of Medicine
18/Sep/2026
Medical school requires focus, dedication and long hours of learning. But making time for your own well-being is also an important part of the journey.

The new Weightlifting Gym at UAG gives students a modern space to exercise, take a break from their academic routine and connect with others outside the classroom.

Located near Gate 2 of University City, the
635-square-meter facility offers dedicated areas for cardio, free weights, integrated strength training, functional training and stretching.

Whether students prefer an early-morning workout, a training session after class or a few minutes of movement between commitments, the facility is designed to make staying active easier to incorporate into a busy university schedule.
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A Space to Recharge
 

Wellness looks different for everyone. For some students, exercise may be a way to work toward personal fitness goals. For others, it can be an opportunity to clear their minds, spend time with friends or simply step away from studying.

The gym includes treadmills, stationary bikes, elliptical trainers, stair climbers, dumbbells, benches, strength-training machines and functional training equipment. Students also have access to lockers, showers and cell phone charging stations.

The facility is open Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., giving students flexibility to find a time that works with their schedules.

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Supporting Student Wellness
 

The gym is also supported by professional instructors who can help students develop exercise routines. Through UAG’s Comprehensive Sports Medicine Center (CAMID), students can access medical, nutritional and physiotherapy services.

For students pursuing a medical degree, developing healthy routines can be especially valuable. Medical education is a long-term commitment, and finding ways to
balance academics with physical activity, social connection and time to recharge can contribute to a more well-rounded student experience.

At the UAG School of Medicine, we want students to have opportunities to grow both inside and outside the classroom.

Because caring for others begins with making space to care for yourself, too.

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