Health & Fitness in West Raleigh

Before stepping onto the ice or the baseball diamond, members of the Carolina Hurricanes and the Durham Bulls pay a visit to Eye Care Associates, who have provided top-notch eyeglasses, contact lenses, and eye exams for nearly 35 years. Founded by Dr. Stephen Bolick, the team of vision specialists at the center help rid blurriness from pucks, balls, and signs held by adoring fans. When they?re not gazing into the eyes of athletes, they and their fellow doctors at a network of clinics stay busy correcting the vision of seniors, children, and adults. The company topped Indy Week's 2012 Readers? Choice poll for best optometrists in the area and received a Standing Ovation award as the best eyecare center in the Triangle in 2012 from readers of Metro Magazine.

No Girls Allowed. It?s sign often seen on boys? treehouses and a feeling women often get at the gym. Ladies Fitness & Wellness aims to wipe away those feelings of unease by cultivating a supportive women-only environment where all ages and sizes can achieve their fitness goals during group classes. The more than 35 types of fitness classes include kettlebell, barre, yoga, Pilates, and Zumba. All of them keep heart rates up as women bond over the experience. Bridal Bootcamp gives women a customized fitness program including personal-training sessions, meal plans, and weekly fitness coaching to help brides-to-be feel confident in their dresses and double backflip into their reception.

"Real fighters do yoga," according to the trainers at Arrichion. That's why their hot yoga sessions aren't simply standalone classes; they're also incorporated into the Train Like A Warrior program. By hot yoga with other disciplines trainers not only strengthen their body, but also hone both physical and mental skills.

Part of the University of North Carolina Health Care family, Rex Wellness Center boasts four lively fitness facilities and a knowledgeable staff focused on holistic approaches to its clients’ complete well-being. Hit up the dizzying array of equipment, from treadmills and stair climbers to cross-country skiing machines, strength-training equipment, and upright or upside-down computerized bikes. Additional amenities include heated indoor saline-water pools, a child activity area, and indoor tracks at the Raleigh and Wakefield spots. Fitness classes are included, and range from water-based aerobics to warrior-infused kickboxing and calming yoga. Each facility provides its own class schedule for the morning muscle marauders and evening-exercise enthusiasts seeking increased energy, stamina, and couch-dent resistance.

Dr. Joseph Moran is the Medical Director for the Bariatric Program at Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC. We specialize in Lap-Band, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. We also offer a wide array of Bariatric Advantage products including vitamins, supplements and meal replacements.

Since 1965, Gold's Gym has combined the latest cardio and strength equipment with knowledgeable personal trainers to provide an energetic, motivational environment that helps attain fitness goals. A membership gets gym-goers unlimited access to all equipment, fitness classes, amenities, clubs, and the vast collection of rare Spider-Man comics. Each location differs slightly, but the group fitness classes may include yoga, group cycling, mixed martial arts, turtle grooming, muscle endurance training, and Pilates. The toned transformation begins with a one-hour fitness assessment conducted by a personal trainer. The health age and health risk assessment will determine your current level of fitness and desired goals before creating a customized fitness plan.