REX Wellness Centers

Build a Stronger, Healthier Back 💪

If back discomfort is holding you back, this 4-week Back Health series at Rex Wellness Center of Knightdale can help you build a stronger foundation for everyday movement.

📅 Tuesdays, September 15–October 6
⏰ 11:00 am

This series takes a whole-body approach to improving core stability, spinal strength and resilience, and body awareness so you can move with more confidence.

💲 $55 for members | $68 for non-members

Space is limited. Register at the front desk or online to reserve your spot.

As August closes out, take a moment to look back at how far you've come this summer. Wellness is a lifelong journey, and every season brings a new opportunity to refine your goals. Let's finish this month strong and step into September with clear, actionable intentions.

Friday Fit Tip: Slash hidden sodium to protect your blood pressure and reduce water retention.

For National More Herbs, Less Salt Day (Saturday, August 29), challenge yourself to put the salt shaker away and look at food labels carefully—pre-packaged foods and sauces are often packed with hidden sodium.

Experiment with fresh rosemary, garlic, citrus zest, or cayenne pepper to flavor your proteins and veggies. According to the American Heart Association, replacing salt with fresh herbs can significantly reduce your cardiovascular risk and naturally lower chronic inflammation.

🧘 Slow Down, Stretch Out & Restore

Give your body and mind time to reset with our Restorative Yoga series at Rex Wellness Center of Raleigh.

📅 Wednesdays, September 2–October 7
⏰ Choose one class time: 9:45 am or 12:00 pm

This gentle, 60-minute class uses bolsters, blankets, blocks, and other props to support your body in relaxing poses designed to help:

• Release tension
• Calm the mind
• Improve mobility and flexibility
• Encourage deep relaxation

Please choose one class time for the full series.

💲 $77 for members | $97 for non-members

Register at the front desk, online, or through the app to reserve your spot.

🩸 Give Blood. Help Save Lives.

Join us for a blood drive with The Blood Connection on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at participating UNC Health Rex and Rex Wellness Center locations.

📍 UNC Health Rex
⏰ 9:00 am–1:00 pm

📍 Rex Wellness Center of Cary
⏰ 9:00 am–1:00 pm

📍 Rex Wellness Center of Knightdale
⏰ 3:00–7:00 pm

Ready to donate? Visit:
https://donate.thebloodconnection.org/donor/schedules/name

Search “Rex” in the Sponsor Name Search box to find an appointment time and location that works for you.

Every donation can make a difference. ❤️

🍎 Food for Thought: GLP-1 Nutrient Needs

📅 Thursday, September 3
⏰ 12:00–1:00 p.m.

Taking a GLP-1 medication? Making sure you’re meeting your nutrition needs is an important part of supporting your overall health.

Join Meg Mangan, MS, RD, LDN, CDCES, to learn practical nutrition strategies and what to consider while taking GLP-1 medications, especially when using them for weight management.

💻 Join us here: https://tinyurl.com/FFTSept3

Nutrition isn't about restriction or punishment; it's about abundance and nourishment. Fuel your body with foods that give you sustained energy, clear skin, and vibrant health. You deserve to feel your absolute best from the inside out.

Friday Fit Tip: Eat your way to better muscle recovery and deeper sleep.

Intense exercise causes microscopic muscle tears, which your body repairs during deep sleep phases.

To support this recovery process, it's important to avoid heavy, high-fat meals within three hours of bedtime, as they can disrupt your sleep quality. Instead, consider having a light evening snack that includes tryptophan and complex carbohydrates. Options like a small bowl of oatmeal with walnuts or some tart cherry juice can naturally boost melatonin production, promoting better sleep.

Build strength. Boost endurance. Challenge your entire body. 💪🔥

Join us at Rex Wellness Center of Knightdale for our 4-week Power & Stamina Bootcamp starting September 14th!

Get ready for a dynamic blend of functional strength work and cardio conditioning designed to elevate your athletic performance and leave you feeling strong.

📍 Where: Rex Wellness Center of Knightdale

🗓️ When: Mondays, Sept 14 – Oct 5 at 5:30 PM

💰 Cost: $140 Members | $170 Non-Members

📲 How to Join: Email Kerry at [email protected] to register!