WorkStrong
The WorkStrong program is a UC campus-wide
initiative that was created to help decrease costs associated with worker’s compensation
claims. Physicians at Newport Urgent Care or Occupational Health will recommend faculty or staff members
who have experienced a worksite injury to our program. WorkStrong is a free and comprehensive program that
is designed to meet the specific needs of each client. Our goal is to provide a fun and challenging
environment for education, awareness and improved health. Our mission is to empower WorkStrong
clients with new knowledge and behaviors to support their health and well-being for a brilliant
future.
WorkStrong Participants receive 12 weeks of FREE private sessions with a team consisting of the following
experts: a Personal Trainer, a Registered Dietitian, and a Massage Therapist.
We currently offer the following:
WorkStrong is to be done on personal time, before work, after work, or during lunch breaks. For this reason, we are able to accommodate just about any work schedule and shift times to ensure the program is easily accessible to all.
- Initial Consultation:Virtual and In-person sessions
- Personal Training: Virtual and In-person options
- Nutrition: Virtual sessions only
- Massage
WorkStrong is to be done on personal time, before work, after work, or during lunch breaks. For this reason, we are able to accommodate just about any work schedule and shift times to ensure the program is easily accessible to all.
WorkStrong Locations
UCI Main Campus - Anteater Recreation Center
Employees who work or live near Main Campus in Irvine, you will receive a 6 month free membership to the Anteater Recreation Center. We offer personal training, massage therapy, dietitian counseling, fitness testing, cooking classes, aquatic and mind/body services at this location.Chapman Fitness Center
Employees who work or live near the medical center in Orange will have access to the Chapman Fitness Center, located at 3800 Chapman Avenue. We offer personal training, massage therapy, dietitian counseling, fitness testing, and mind/body services at this location.
WorkStrong Team
WorkStrong Director, Alex Vazquez
(949-824-9384)
Trainers: Naresh | Luis | Alizandra | Michael P | Michael Y | Randy | Maria | Stephanie
Massage Therapists: Kristen | Lillybeth | Crystal Dietitian: Lindsay
WorkStrong program
Depending on the injury and client’s needs, we will implement a WorkStrong program that may include some, or all of the following:
Fitness & Post Rehab training with certified trainers and professionals designed to either promote
recovery from injury, or just improved fitness. Participants will learn injury prevention strategies
and exercises. A postural assessment will help our trainers design an exercise program and track
progress. Includes:
Fitness Testing
Personal Training
Fitness Testing
Personal Training
Nutrition & Weight Management training and consultation to get (or keep) participants in tip top
shape. Our registered dietician will assess the client’s current diet and eating habits and provide
strategies to make healthier choices. The workouts with one of our certified personal trainers will
also help maximize the results of an improved diet.
My Fitness Pal Nutrition & Exercise Tracking
ARC Cooking Classes
My Fitness Pal Nutrition & Exercise Tracking
ARC Cooking Classes
Life balance and stress reduction strategies, modalities and activities. We offer Yoga and Tai Chi
which can help decompress those who may be wound tight after a stressful day. Our goal is to teach
clients to increase awareness about stress levels so that it can be more easily managed. We also
have massage therapy for the aches and pains from past or present injuries. We provide help on
accessing the campus Employee Assistance Program.
ARC Massage Therapy
ARC Yoga Classes
ARC Massage Therapy
ARC Yoga Classes
Workplace safety assessment and consultation to ensure our clients are working in a comfortable and
safe environment. Ergonomic assessments can be performed to maximize comfort level while at work and
determine the need for additional tools.
Ergonomic Evaluations
Employee and Labor Relations Staff in Human Resources
California Whistleblower Act Information for UCI
Ombudsman
Mediation Services
Ergonomic Evaluations
Employee and Labor Relations Staff in Human Resources
California Whistleblower Act Information for UCI
Ombudsman
Mediation Services
Behavior modification strategies to help clients be more productive and ditch those time-wasting and
energy-sapping habits.
Employee Assistance Program
Faculty & Staff - Wellness Adds Up
Employee Assistance Program
Faculty & Staff - Wellness Adds Up

