Newsletter
August Newsletter
Welcome to August!
As summer begins to wind down, it's the perfect opportunity to celebrate how far you've come, recommit to your goals, and embrace the strength you're building both inside and out. Every completed workout, every healthy meal chosen, and every moment spent caring for yourselves is an investment in a stronger, healthier future. This month, I encourage you to focus on one simple habit that can make a big difference: stay hydrated. With the summer heat still upon us, drinking plenty of water helps support your energy, workouts, and overall well-being. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your wellness journey. I hope you'll take advantage of the exciting programs, events, and resources we've planned this month as we continue to build healthier habits and stronger lives—together.
Wishing you a happy, healthy, and active August!
Mary Benyola
Wellness Center Director
Recognizing Excellence: A Life-Saving Response at the Wellness Center
August Fitness Article
By: Sharon McGeehan - W.I.T.S. Certified Personal Trainer, Senior Trainer, Aquatics Trainer, & Certified Lifestyle Health Coach
Many people are unaware that as we age, our fitness needs change. This is caused by the stress of aging or developing a different muscle-to-fat ratio.
Fitness needs evolve throughout life due to various factors. These changes can be influenced by age, lifestyle, health status, and personal goals. Staying fit and healthy is an ongoing process that you have to adjust as you age.
As you enter your 40’s, the obstacles to getting fit and staying that way adapt with the changes in job obligations and children getting more independent. The emphasis is still on strength training and cardiovascular health and maintaining flexibility to support daily activities.
Adhering to a balanced diet and exercising regularly will keep you healthy and strong in your 50’s. The question for women at this stage of life is: how will perimenopause and menopause affect me? Can you address the changes with diet and exercise? What works best? In your 50’s, a healthy weight and regular exercise are still the key to aging well, decreasing the intensity of your exercise while at the same time increasing the duration will maximize the benefits.
Staying active in your 60’s - Aging is often accompanied by a decline in physical health caused by chronic illness or injury. A healthy diet and regular exercise are still essential and recommended for physical fitness, and mental acuity. It can reduce depression. Adjusting your exercise routine can be helpful, focusing more on flexibility and balance. Research is clear that we still need to continue our cardiovascular activity and strength training for both women and men in our 60s and beyond. Older adults may want to prioritize balance and mobility to prevent falls and maintain independence.
What's New in August?
Workout Wednesday
Free Guest Visits on Wednesdays at the Hunterdon Health and Wellness Centers
August!
Open to the Community. Members are invited to bring friends and family!
Experience all that the Hunterdon Health & Wellness Centers have to offer. Bring a friend and see why our community loves moving and thriving with us. Tour our facilities, work out at your own pace, and meet our staff.
JOIN ON WORKOUT WEDNESDAY and receive a special joining incentive.
Ages 12 through 17 must have a parent present when completing the guest waiver form.
Group Class Changes
Clinton
No Change.
Whitehouse Station
Addition:
Saturday - Aqua Fit at 10:00 am with Traci (pool)
Wednesday - Studio Pilates at 8:00 am with Megan
Cancellation:
Saturday - Mat Pilates Fusion at 10:30 am with Nicole in the Atrium
Sunday- Mat Pilates at 1:15 pm with Nicole in the Atrium
Monday - Studio Pilates at 10:00 am with Megan in Pilates Studio
Change:
Wednesday - Zumba at 6:30 pm with Sarah in Studio 1 (formerly Atrium)
Summer Mindfulness Meditation
Summer Bloom Mindfulness Meditation in August
Mindful Eating with Summer Harvest
Embrace mindful eating with fresh seasonal produce. Conclude with a guided mindfulness meditation.
Whitehouse Station Wellness Center – Atrium - August 8th ~ 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM
Members, please register through the Club Automation Portal App. Guests, please call the Front Desk in Whitehouse Station at 908-534-7600 to register.
Garden Smarter - Not Harder
August 19, 2026 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Clinton Wellness Center - Studio 3
Love to garden? Learn simple techniques to help you enjoy your favorite hobby. This interactive presentation includes:
• Energy conservation and pacing strategies
• Warm-up and stretching exercises before and after gardening
• Helpful tools and equipment recommendations for older adults
• Tips to reduce pain, prevent injury, and stay active all season long
Presenters:
George Schlitzer, DPT, OCS, Hunterdon Physical Therapy Whitehouse
Brian Patullo, DPT, Senior Physical Therapist, Hunterdon Sports & Physical Therapy, Flemington
Register on the Member Portal or call the front desk at 908-735-6884.
Pilates Specialty Class
New class beginning August 10, 2026, and August 12, 2026, with instructor Megan Sellers.
Mondays at 8:00 am and Wednesdays at 8:00 am.
Whites Pilates Studio, second floor.
The package price for August is $144.00 for the Monday session package and $108.00 for the Wednesday session package.
For any questions or to register, please call the Whitehouse Wellness Center front desk at 908-534-7600 ext 0.
CPR & First Aid Training
GET CERTIFIED IN HEARTSAVER CPR & AED IN JUST A FEW HOURS!
CPR COURSES cover Adult and Child CPR as well as AED use. Course cost is $63 per person.
UPCOMING DATES:
August 22, 2026
September 12, 2026
October 3, 2026
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
HEARTSAVER FIRST AID provides students with training in the lifesaving skills of first aid, empowering them to act with confidence in the event of an emergency at work, home, or in the community. $53. FIRST AID CERTIFICATE INCLUDED!
UPCOMING DATES:
August 29, 2026
September 19, 2026
October 10, 2026
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Courses above are held at the Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center in Clinton.
To register for the class, please contact us at (908) 788-6614 or CPRinfo@hhsnj.org
Discounted Summer Memberships
HUNTERDON HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTERS SUMMER SCHOOL SPECIAL!
May Through August - NO ENROLLMENT FEE!
STAFF:
Whitehouse Station - $52.25/month
Clinton & Whitehouse Station - $59.75/month
STUDENTS:
$50.00/month - Clinton & Whitehouse Station
Ages 12 through 17 must have a parent present when completing the registration form.
No freezes, cancellations, or refunds offered. New joins only.
We're Hiring Lifeguards!
If you or someone you know is looking for a fun, rewarding position in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Why work with us?
- Flexible hours
- A chance to make a difference in our members’ safety and experience.
- Free Wellness Center membership after 60 days
Requirements:
- Current lifeguard certification
- Strong swimming skills
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment
If you’re interested or know someone who would be a great fit, please apply or share this opportunity!
For more information or to submit your application, visit the following link: Application, and enter lifeguard into the search bar for available positions. Or you can contact Catherine Connors at cconnors@hhsnj.org.
Hot Tub Cleaning Schedules
Hot Tub Cleaning Schedule
Clinton - Hours: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Friday, August 7th
Wednesday, August 19th
Friday, September 4th
Wednesday, September 16th
Friday, October 2nd
Wednesday, October 14th
Friday, October 30th
Wednesday, November 11th
Friday, November 27th
Wednesday, December 9th
Whitehouse Station - Hours 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Tuesday, August 1st
Thursday, August 27th
Tuesday, September 8th
Thursday, September 24th
Tuesday, October 6th
Thursday, October 22nd
Tuesday, November 3rd
Thursday, November 19th
Group Exercise Class Registration
- Registration will now open 72 hours (3 days) in advance of each class. (For example, if you’d like to take a class on Thursday, registration for that class will open at 12 am (midnight) on Monday. Please note that the day of the class does not count toward the 72 hours.)
- Registration will continue to open at midnight, as our current system does not allow us to adjust this time.
- To help make classes more accessible to everyone, we are encouraging members to sign up for no more than two classes within any 3-hour window. This will help ensure that more members have the opportunity to participate in the classes they enjoy.
- We also kindly ask that if you are unable to attend a class you are registered for, please cancel at least 2 hours in advance. This allows other members the opportunity to take your spot and helps our instructors plan accordingly.
Reminders will be posted at the front desk and inside each group fitness studio, and our team is happy to answer any questions you may have.
Friendly Reminders!
Aquatics:
Reminder - Please be sure to shower before entering any of our pools and refrain from hanging or sitting on the lap lanes. See Pool Schedules.
Fitness Floor:
Please be mindful when stepping onto the track. Members utilize the track for different reasons and you do not want to get run down. Treat it like you are crossing the street, be sure to look both ways!
Equipment:
Everyone has been doing a great job of wiping down the machines and keeping our equipment clean. Thank you for your consideration!
PLEASE NOTE!
If you are waitlisted for a class and someone cancels, you will automatically be moved into the class and an email will be sent to you if it is within 2 hours of the class start time.
Two hours prior to the class, the waitlist closes and no one automatically gets moved in. The reason for this is the person being moved into the class may not get the notification in time, therefore, we are potentially holding a spot for someone who may not get the message. Members should check the portal/app or may call in within two hours of the start time to find out if there is an opening. In other words, the open spots become available to anyone at the two hour mark.
If you are on the waitlist and you decide that you are not going to attend, we ask that you please remove yourself. We also kindly ask that members who are unable to attend a class, cancel their registration more than 2 hours before the class begins. Please remember that if you do not cancel at all, you are subject to a $10 penalty.
If you refer a friend or family member and they join the Wellness Centers, you will receive a choice of $20 on your club account that can be used toward any service, product, or membership fee OR two free guest passes.
We appreciate your customer loyalty and are happy to help guide you on your wellness journey!
If you have any further questions or comments, we welcome your phone calls to our Front Desk!
Most Sincerely,
